Snowmaker Level I - Winter 2022 - 23

Company: Deer Valley Resort
Location: Park City
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Please note, this position is located at Deer Valley Resort in Park City, UT. SeasonalClassic, consistent quality from a winning team!Deer Valley Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, just 38 miles east of Salt Lake City International Airport, in the historic mining town of Park City which has evolved into an exciting and diverse mountain ski town. Deer Valley Resort is home to a staff of over 2,800 wonderful individuals. Our staff consists of locals, transplants, and seasonal workers from all 50 states as well as international students from around the globe. We are a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcome, appreciated, and valued. No matter if you are 14 or 84 years, there is a place for you in the Deer Valley family! Find a great job at a resort that's not only one of the best in the world, it feels a lot like home (last year over 1,100 staff members celebrated their fifth season or more at Deer Valley).

• NEW! $20 per hour minimum starting wage for non-tipped position
• NEW! Financial wellness resources are available to our staff
• NEW! Tuition discount programs at University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) and Colorado State University (CSU Global)
• Healthcare options, vision and dental benefits are available for staff members
• 125(k) Cafeteria Plan, 401(k) Savings Plan, and optional life insurance are available
• A complimentary Employee Assistance Program is provided for staff members
• Ski perks include skiing up to seven days per week at Deer Valley Resort during non-holiday periods, friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals
• Free skiing or riding offered at Alterra Mountain Company-owned resorts (excluding CMH Heli-Skiing)
• Free skiing or riding are offered at select local Utah resorts
• Discounted lift ticket rates are available for staff members at Ikon Pass partner resorts (employee only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing for seasonal full-time staff
• A variety of discounts are offered to staff members from a wide range of businesses, restaurants, shops and service providers in and around the Park City community
• Uniforms are provided for most positions PURPOSE OF POSITION: Maintain, move and set up snow guns and hoses for extensive snowmaking operation. Make rounds in vehicles and/or snowmobiles to monitor weather conditions during snowmaking. SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be safety conscious and have a mechanical aptitude
  • Heavy equipment experience preferred
  • Understanding or development of snowmaking/removal objectives and techniques
  • Receptive and responsive to instruction
  • Dependable and able to work well with others
  • Physically fit and a tolerance for working in extreme conditions JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Competently and conscientiously perform the required equipment inspections and servicing and record results accurately and completely
    • Safe operation of snowmaking equipment and snowmobiles
    • Must be responsive to direction and instruction while training and performing assignments
    • Become familiar and competent with Deer Valley snowmaking equipment and techniques
    • Provide acceptable results while operating equipment on which one has been trained
    • Quickly and accurately report any problem with the product or equipment which arises d uring an assignment
    • Assist co-workers with minor equipment repairs
    • Maintain the cleanliness of the equipment and facilities
    • Exhibit professional conduct and proper radio etiquette

Keywords: Deer Valley Resort, Salt Lake City , Snowmaker Level I - Winter 2022 - 23, Other , Park City, Utah