Position Purpose: Follows snowmaking operations plan as set forth by the Snowmaking Supervisor. Coordinates operations with other Snowmakers.Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Knowledge of basic Mechanical skills.
- Having the ability to work with a team to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Using problem solving skills to depict best option for the situations at hand while following safety procedures.
- Awareness of ski area operations a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Operates Snowmaking equipment as directed by the Snowmaking Operation Plan
- Becomes familiar with operating instructions of all Snowmaking equipment. This includes, but is not limited to compressors, pumps, snowmaking guns and snowmaking hoses.
- Acquires acute safety practices pertaining to the above mentioned and other related equipment.
- Operates snowmobiles as directed by the provided Winter4kids training.
- Operate Snowmaking equipment to produce a quality snow surface for guests
- Trail Maintenance
- Snowmaking maintenance & testing (Training available onsite)
- Chair lift maintenance & testing (Training available onsite)
- Grounds maintenance
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
- Sitting and standing for long periods of time.
- Ability to function and work effectively at high elevations, in extreme cold and other inclement weather conditions.
- Must be able to push, lift or pull heavy objects including snowmobiles under plumes of snowguns.
- Ability to hike on steep terrain.
Materials Used:
- Snowmaking guns, air compressors, water pumps running high pressure air and water through hoses.
- UTV
- Basic hand tools, wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers.
- Lawn mower, weed whackers
- Electrical testing equipment
- Lift operation controls
- Must be able to lift 50lbs. of material routinely unassisted and occasionally up to 80 lbs.
- Must be able to reach in all directions, including overhead and flexible in range of motion.
- Must be able to perform functions required to operate all forms of routine office equipment, and communication systems.
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee may encounter extreme winter heat.Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in in the workplace is usually moderate, this job may experience hazards such as mechanical, electrical, fumes, odors, dusts, gases.Company Mission Winter4Kidsexists to create healthy lifestyles and influence behaviors of youth through winter activities. Better health and attitudes are the result of increased moderate to vigorous activity, nutritious food, and coaching. Lives are changed, outlooks are brighter as each of our participants become better individuals through the mastery of snow and life skills. Our youth use these experiences to explore and pursue new academic, life and sport opportunities. Organizational Mission At Winter4Kids, Welcoming, Empathy, Embracing and Belonging are our key values, and these values are part of everything we do and who we are. In our programs we focus on every young person developing better attitudes about their Self, Health, Opportunities, Mastery, and the Outdoors. In your time with Winter4Kids, you make a difference, saving and changing the lives of youth. And that's just the beginning. Working at Winter4Kids gives talented individuals the opportunity to change lives and strengthen communities. Whichever role you choose at Winter4Kids, you'll find satisfaction in knowing that your contributions are helping to support young people, improve health and well-being, inspire positive action and so much more. At Winter4Kids, you'll work alongside team members with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets. You'll discover new ways to forge relationships, find your purpose and fuel your passion every day.