Job Description
Job Description
****Starting after October 16th*********
Gunstock Mountain Resort is now accepting applications for Snowmakers to join the Snowmaking team. Our Snowmakers work around the clock (weather-permitting) on the production of machine made snow, with a strong attention to snow quality, trail safety, and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; seasonal and daily preparation and utilization of snow guns; regular visual inspections and repairs to snow guns and hoses as needed; set up and relocate guns and hoses in accordance with resort snowmaking plan. Position is available from mid-October through mid-January. Other opportunities for employment are available after the Snowmaking season is over.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older with high school diploma or GED.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Required to move snowmaking and grooming parts, equipment, and materials weighing up to 25 lbs regularly, up to 50 lbs frequently, and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
- Must be able to work in variable outdoor winter weather conditions; while performing the duties of a snowmaker, the employee is regularly subjected to work near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions with frequent exposure to heat and cold, wet and humid conditions.
Scheduling:
Schedules are in 12-hour shifts from 7AM-7PM (days) or 7PM-7AM (nights), up to 5 days per week. Because snowmaking operations are weather-dependent, shifts may vary. Priority consideration will be given to candidates whose availability best fits our needs.
Perks for Year 1 Winter Employees:
- Complimentary Gunstock season pass for yourself OR one friend/family member.
- Discounted and/or complimentary lift tickets for most ski resorts throughout NH, ME & VT.
- Complimentary group ski/snowboard lessons & equipment rentals at Gunstock.
- Complimentary access to the Tubing Park, Nordic and Snowshoe trails.
- 40% discount on food at all resort venues (excluding alcohol).
- 25% discount at Gunstock Ski & Sport retail shop.