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Snowmaking Technician - Winter 26.27

alterra
Snowshoe, WV Other
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026
Seasonal Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks! Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent. Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209 Pay: $15.00 - 18.00 based on experience and education Start Date: The end of November and beginning of December with positions available throughout the season. Seasonal: Seasonal work involves temporary employment tied to specific times of the year. Schedule: May require working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays If you're seeing this job, we're still hiring and accepting applications Employee Perks: Medical Benefits – Minimal Essentials Coverage available Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts Discounts on Ikon Passes! 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18 Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers 50% off Snowshoe Quick Service Restaurants and 30% off Snowshoe Full Service Restaurants (excludes alcohol) 40% off Retail Merchandise and 45% off Mountain Essentials (excludes hard goods, 2 hard good sales for employees throughout winter) Pro Deals from some of the industry’s top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more! Why Work with Us? Snowmaking Savvy: While previous experience in snowmaking operations is preferred, your eagerness to learn and contribute is what matters most. Dive into the intricacies of snowmaking, including setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting, with enthusiasm. Physical Aptitude: The job involves a high degree of strenuous activity, including frequent lifting of weights up to 70 pounds and additional physical tasks such as walking or hiking on uneven, challenging terrain while carrying heavy tools or equipment. You should be able to handle the demands of snowmaking operations with ease to ensure everything runs smoothly. Job Responsibilities: Operate Equipment: Run snowmaking machinery, and handle trail cutting, road preparation, and site work. Maintenance: Perform upkeep on snowmaking equipment and assist with water and air line repairs. Support & Service: Provide labor support, exceed guest expectations, and deliver relevant information about trails, dining, weather, and events. Terrain Standards: Maintain high-quality skiing terrain and relocate snowmaking guns as needed. Safety Compliance: Follow OSHA and company procedures, attend safety training, and use appropriate PPE. Landscaping: Mow, weed eat, clear brush, and implement irrigation and erosion control measures. Communication: Coordinate with compressor house operators and report unsafe trail conditions to the Supervisor. Driving: Have a valid Driver’s license and ability to pass the Snowshoe Driving Program Completion of ATV safety course, snowmobile safety course (if licensed), and snow science course is preferred, but not required. Education: High School Diploma or GED Preferred Experience: Previous experience as a Snowmaker or in a similar role. All Information above is subject to change at any time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Snowshoe is an equal opportunity employer. Snowshoe, when you first hear the name, instinctually everyone's thoughts immediately settle on winter sports. While it's true that in 1974 Snowshoe Mountain nestled its roots in West Virginia's Cheat Mountain range as a small ski town, we've grown into quite the outdoor adventure mecca. With 11,000 acres of explorable terrain, a legendary bike park, three unique ski areas, and activities like paddle boarding, RZR tours, snowmobiling, snowtubing, music festivals, and international competitive events; the options are endless for anyone willing to embrace our Forever Wild lifestyle. Here on the mountain, we believe to provide the best guest experience you must live that experience yourself...so we work hard, play harder, and get paid doing what we love! E-Verify Participation Right to Work

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