Mammoth Mountain Hiring for Snowmaker at California Full Time

LIVE THE DREAM. Work here. Play here.

The mountains are calling.

NOTE: This position is located in Mammoth Lakes, California.

Did you know that as part of your employment at Mammoth you receive a free season pass, including free access to all other Alterra resorts? Grin-inducing, isn’t it? More about the benefits and perks of your adventure here:

• Ski passes for dependents (spouse/child(ren)) includes free skiing at other Alterra Resorts
• Discounts on ski/snowboarding lessons
• Friends and Family vouchers
• Retail & Food discount
• Equipment Rental discount
• 401k with company match

A little about this position:

• Operates equipment to produce man-made snow. 
• Starting and shutting down snowmaking guns and machines, checking snowmaking machines and guns for snow production and quality, removing ice buildup, positioning guns and hoses as needed, maintaining equipment as directed.
• Frequently works in adverse weather conditions.

Requirements

• The Snow Placement Department is offering seasonal positions involved in making snow.
• The department is able to offer openings for the winter season for qualified applicants. We train in the use of snow making equipment and procedures early in the season and start to blow snow on the trails as soon as temperatures allow. We continue until conditions no longer require snow to be made. The snowmaking season generally lasts until we have met our goals for the winter season. At that time, we may be able to help you find employment in another department, should you wish to finish out the season at Mammoth Mountain. 
• Shifts for this position are primarily worked overnight. 
• Crew will also assist in Special Events staffing. 
• Our work schedules are flexible and are weather driven. We teach skills in snowmaking to our employees as needed. 
• Our system allows operators to graduate up the pay scale according to the skills and abilities developed by the employee. We will provide a skills assessment to apprentice employees after 120 operating hours, which could allow for a raise or promotion. 
• Applicants must have a California Driver’s License. You must be at least 19 years of age, have had a license for three years or more, and have no more than two accidents or minor convictions. You may not have any major violations (DUI, DWI, Reckless, Hit and Run etc.) in the last three years. This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to company drug policies.
• Prior snowmaking experience is a plus.

*Offers of employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.