Snowmaker

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains. Whether it’s your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career.

From day one, you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Snowmaker – You will brave the elements and help build out the mountain for the skiing guest. Snow making is a physically demanding and exciting job. Work with equipment on the mountain, and help make snow for guests.

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr – $22.48/hr
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
• Shift Type:
  Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Housing Availability:
  No

• Operate all snow making equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Operate all vehicles, including snowmobiles, in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform basic snow making equipment maintenance
• Work on the production of snow to create the best skiing surface for our guests
• Other duties as assigned

• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Basic hand tool knowledge and skill
• Able to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment

• Ski/Mountain Perks:
  Free employee passes, discounted lift tickets for friends/family, and free ski lessons
• Additional discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

We follow all federal, state, and local laws, including restrictions on minor labor. Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition  | Reference Date: 09/04/2025 | Job Code Function:
Snow making

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing | Industry: Hospitality