Overview

As a Summit at Snoqualmie Snowmaker III, you are a proficient snowmaker who operates the full range of snowmaking equipment, including: all fan guns, AWS units, manages valve houses and system troubleshooting, and helps train Snowmaker I and II staff. This hands-on and physically demanding position requires strong mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on mountainous terrain in all types of weather.

Come work and play at Seattle’s home mountain, The Summit at Snoqualmie. Located an hour West of Seattle via Interstate 90 at Snoqualmie Pass, The Summit includes four unique mountain areas, a snow tubing park, Nordic center, SnowSports School, and 10+ food and beverage establishments.

Responsibilities

Job duties may include, but are not limited to:

Long Term Thinking

Optimize nozzle flow rates on spray manifolds for wet bulb temperature; adjust nucleator output for snow quality
Provide standard maintenance and repair work on snow guns when they occur; and record work orders fully and accurately.

Excellence in Execution

Operate SMI Super PoleCat fan guns in manual and automatic (SmartSnow7) mode, including oscillation, head jack, and HMI operation
Follow SMI fan gun 480V safety protocols, including electrical pedestal disconnect switch procedures and power cord handling
Position SMI towers, including 360° oscillation lock/unlock, work basket pivot, and head angle adjustment for coverage maximization
Troubleshoot SMI systems, including gun component icing, component power loss issues, vault and actuator issues, basic snowmobile issues.
Interpret SmartSnow7 HMI displays, adjust flow presets, and communicate system alerts to the Control Room

Attitude is Everything

Identify and flag hazardous hydrant conditions and communicate defects via proper radio protocol
Proactively identify and resolve issues, bringing solutions rather than waiting to be managed
Perform additional duties/support when necessary

Develop Great People

Orient and assist Snowmaker I staff with safe hookup, hydrant operation, and gun startups

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

Required

3–6 years of snowmaking experience
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues
Excellent communication skills for developing personnel and coordinating with operations teams
Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license

Preferred

High school diploma or equivalent
Related technical experience in mechanical or electrical trades

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Join our team and enjoy The Summit Experience.

Wage and Benefit Info:

The wage range for this positions is: from $27.00-29.00/hr DOE

This is a non-benefited role.

All individuals may contribute to the 401(k). An employee must work 1,000 hours in a calendar year to qualify for the discretionary match (there is a 2 year vesting cliff).

All individuals accrue sick time at 1 hour per 40 hours worked to a maximum of 64 hours per year.

It is the policy of Boyne Resorts to recruit, hire and promote in all job classifications and shall not discriminate with regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit factor. Boyne Resorts is committed to valuing individual diversity in the workplace by reaching beyond stereotypical views and using the strengths and different perspectives and unique backgrounds that each person offers. Even more importantly, Boyne Resorts embraces and derives value from the diverse views that each individual brings.

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