As a Snowmaking Supervisor, you will oversee all aspects of snowmaking during your designated shift. You will be responsible for accomplishing department nightly objectives, continual training, and organizing and motivating staff at different skill levels. This is a very complex position and requires intense commitment and a diverse skill set. This is a full-time seasonal winter position.
Schedule availability: 6:45 AM-7 PM (day) or 6:45 PM-7 AM (grave). Overtime required. Hours are weather dependent.
Responsibilities
All responsibilities of a Level 3 Snowmaker
Work with staff to plan and coordinate activities, check work and resolve problems
Check past, current and future snowmaking trails to ensure goals are met
Charge, maintain, and blowdown snowmaking systems
Fulfill day to day work responsibilities for the organization as needed and exhibit the highest level of expertise in all areas
Check equipment and buildings to ensure all are in compliance with company safety and department standards
Operate snowmobiles, UTVs and other equipment safely and efficiently
Set examples and reinforce positive motivation for the team
Build an intimate knowledge of Sunday River's snowmaking system to include valving, all snow gun types, discharges, charging procedures, pumps, and compressors
Offer continual training and assistance to Level 1, Level 2, & Level 3 Snowmakers
Must be able to understand the operation of pumps, compressors, and how water and air moves across the mountain
Be willing to help in other departments during peak periods
Complete other duties as assigned by management or supervisor with a positive attitude
Qualifications
3+ years of snowmaking experience (Preferred)
Summer snowmaking expansion experience
Snowcat/heavy machinery experience (Preferred)
Able to handle and manage confidential information
Comfortable challenging policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules
Flexible with hours and days of work
Organized with tasks and see projects through to completion
Familiar with snowmaking pumps and compressors and willing to build their knowledge whenever and opportunity arises
Knowledge of temperature fluctuation, weather, and tother atmospheric conditions' effect on snowmaking, and the ability to adjust quickly to those changing environments
Compensation & Benefits
Wages range from $25-$28 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Team Member Perks include
Season Passes for self and dependents
Resort discounts for retail, dining, lessons, rentals, lodging and spa