About this role
<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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).</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Employee Benefits</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons <br>• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles<br>• 401(k) Retirement Plan <br>• Employee Assistance Program<br>• Excellent training and professional development<br>• Referral Program</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">To Learn More, please review the <a href="https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Benefits Eligibility Summary</a></span></p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Job Summary:</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">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!</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Job Specifications:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Shift Type: Full Time hours available</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Housing Availability: Yes</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Job Responsibilities:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Operate all snowmaking equipment in a safe and efficient manner</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Operate all vehicles, including snowmobiles, in a safe and efficient manner</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Perform basic snowmaking equipment maintenance</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Work on the production of snow to create the best skiing surface for our guests.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Other duties as assigned</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Job Requirements:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Valid driver's license with no restrictions</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Must be able to communicate fluently in English</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Able to lift & carry up to 50 lbs.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Basic hand tool knowledge and skill</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Able to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment</span></li> </ul><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><em>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.</em></span></p> <p align="right"> </p> <p align="right"><span style="font-size:10.0px"><em>Requisition ID 515423</em><br><em>Reference Date: 07/14/2026 <br><em>Job Code Function: Snowmaking</em></em></span> <span style="font-size:10.0px"><em><em> </em></em></span></p>