Snowmaker

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, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, 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). Employee Benefits

Ski / Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons

MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional development

Referral Program To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary Job Summary : As a Snowmaker, you will brave the elements and help build out the mountain for the skiing guest. Snowmaking is a physically demanding and exciting job. Work with some of the most fascinating equipment on the mountain, and make it snow!

Job Specifications :

Starting Wage : $20.00 / hr - $22.48 / hr

Employment Type : Winter Seasonal 2025 / 2026

Shift Type : Full Time hours available Minimum Age : At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability : No

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

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

The expected pay range is $20.00 / hr - $22.48 / hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and / or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child / minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers. 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 ID

511094Reference Date :  09 / 04 / 2025 Job Code Function :  Snowmaking