Snowmaking Supervisor

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Salary, $70,000 - $80,000 adjusted based on experience
• Benefits: Full-time, year-round, benefited position including;
  • Optional company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account, employer paid short term disability & long-term disability offerings
  • 401(k) retirement plan (with company match up to 5%)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off, holiday and sick pay
  • Free season pass for employee/dependents
  • Privileges at several other resorts
  • Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, friends & family tickets, etc.)

Job Summary:

The Snowmaking Supervisor will report to the Snowmaking and Snow Surfaces Managers and will oversee all aspects of snowmaking at Killington and Pico, including all snowmaking personnel. The Snowmaking Supervisor is responsible for ensuring all goals of the snowmaking plan are being met by means of effective and efficient communication between snowmaking management and snowmaking employees.

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all year-round snowmaking, in conjunction with the Snowmaking Manager
• Act in place of the Snowmaking Manager when required
• Plan department work schedules in conjunction with the Snowmaking Manager
• Maintain a safe and respectful working environment
• Assist in the proper recruitment, hiring, and training of employees
• Conduct end of season/year performance evaluations of all snowmaking personnel
• Plan, conduct, and file weekly staff safety meetings
• Ensure all company safety training and policy reviews are completed by all staff
• Confer regularly with staff to plan and coordinate activities, check work, and resolve problems
• Assist in planning the snowmaking operating budget and capital construction budgets
• Review shift operations and performance
• Check past, current, and future snowmaking trails to ensure goals are met and equipment is distributed properly
• Check equipment and buildings to ensure all are in compliance with company safety standards
• Attend management staff meetings and trainings
• Deal regularly with various outside vendors and contractors to stay on top of industry trends
• Prepare various administrative/operations reports and records
• Oversee and maintain inventory of all snowmaking supplies and materials
• Ensure the proper use and maintenance of all equipment
• Provide superior service to our customers, internal and external, at all times
• Interact with resort guests in a courteous, efficient, and informative manner
• Job share as needed to support other departments
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Broad base of snowmaking experience, 7+ years preferred
• Previous supervisory or management experience, 3+ years preferred
• Valid driver's license

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work nights/days, 12 hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Budget management experience and good math skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, etc.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of company personnel
• Must be flexible and able to adjust to the requirements of the resort as needed
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, valves, and the like

It is the policy of Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC to provide equal opportunity and employment to all staff and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, physical or mental condition, or any qualified individual with a disability or veteran status.

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