Snowmaking Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Effectively oversee the snowmaking team, which includes interviewing, hiring, and training staff; planning, assigning, and directing tasks; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining personnel; addressing complaints, and resolving issues.

• Maintain all snowmaking machinery and equipment, including compressors, pumps, control systems, and any other components related to the snowmaking process.

• Provide advice and recommendations regarding purchasing decisions for equipment, capital investments, design, and operational practices.

• Assist in leading and directing the design, planning, and installation of snowmaking expansion and repair initiatives.

• Implement long-term strategies focused on energy efficiency, reducing water consumption, and minimizing snowmaking operations within the constraints of seasonal temperatures, operational dates, and event schedules.

• Oversee and manage all summer maintenance projects.

• Prepare and adhere to the annual budget.

• Ensure timely and accurate compensation for all staff.

• Maintain a positive working relationship with all departments.

• Other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

• A valid, current unrestricted Driver’s License is required.

• Previous snowmaking experience is required.

• Prior management experience is preferred.

• Ability to obtain an ASC snowmobile license.

• Intermediate skiing/snowboarding skills are preferred.

• Must successfully pass a background and DMV check.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Capable of managing and leading diverse teams, fostering a positive and productive work atmosphere.

• Skilled in building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Effective in delegating tasks, empowering teams while ensuring accountability.

• Cost Consciousness - works within the approved budget; develops and implements cost-saving strategies; contributes to profitability and revenue; conserves organizational resources.

• Planning/Organizing - prioritizes and plans work activities; utilizes time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules tasks for others; develops realistic action plans.

• Safety and Security - adheres to safety and security protocols; determines appropriate actions beyond established guidelines; reports potentially hazardous conditions; properly uses equipment and materials.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Programs.

• Flexible Spending Account Programs.

• Life Insurance Programs.

• Paid Time Off Programs.

• Paid Leave Programs.

• 401(k) Savings Plan.

• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes.

• Additional company perks.