SNOWMAKING SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

Company: Snowbird
Location: Provo
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

TITLE: Snowmaking Systems Technician

LOCATION: Snowbird - Snowbird Center

STATUS: Seasonal, Full-time, Hourly

SCHEDULE: 5 to 6 days per week, 8 to 12-hour shifts

• Shifts: 7 am to 5 pm
• Must be able to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays. SUMMARY
  
  As a Snowmaking Systems Technician, you will work under the direction of the Snowmaking Manager. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation of electrical equipment and systems for all snowmaking pump stations, guns, and vault systems.
  
  WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Work safely with electrical snowmaking equipment and distribution systems.
  • Perform Preventative and emergency maintenance on snowmaking systems, high voltage distribution system, to optimize operations and business services to guests.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance, installation, and replacement of parts on all snowmaking systems to assure optimal operation and safety of equipment and cost of operations and repairs.
  • Assist in the daily operation of all snowmaking systems.
  • Maintain the inventory of electrical supplies and replacement parts to meet budget and operating expectations.
  • Lead and supervise members of the team during operations or maintenance of equipment. WHAT YOU NEED TO GET THE JOB DONE
    • Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of safety and electrical mathematics.
    • Ability to plan and schedule work effectively.
    • Ability to understand and follow established procedures.
    • Positive attitude, good leadership ability and attention to detail.
    • A willingness to work in a team environment.
    • Strong mechanical skills.
    • Effective communication skills, oral and written.
    • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
    • Experience driving snowmobiles, 4x4 trucks and snowcats.
    • Ability to work efficiently while not under direct supervision.
    • Timely and reliable attendance is essential.
    • Valid driver's license. WORK SCHEDULE
      • 8 to 12-hour shifts, 5-6 days per week.
      • Shifts: 7 am to 5 pm.
      • Must be able to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays. WORKING CONDITIONS
        • Must be prepared to stay overnight, if necessary, at occasional times of road closures.
        • May experience unusual stress from continual work with public, winter conditions, snow night requirements and commuting to/from Snowbird.
        • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
        • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
        • Must demonstrate ability to bend, kneel, handle, reach, grasp and perform repetitive motions.
        • Work is outdoors and requires constant exposure to cold and other extreme weather conditions.
        • Work is subject to frequent interruptions making continuity and accuracy difficult, frequent exposure to noise. WHY WORK HERE
          • Ski pass and comp ticket benefits.
          • Discounts at Snowbird eateries, retail shops, mountain school, lodging and daycare for employees.
          • Available medical, dental, vision and accident insurance - benefits are available based on position and are subject to change.
          • 401k.
          • Discounts with Powdr partners.
          • Free transportation to work: UTA Bus and Rideshare Vans, Canyon Transportation vans and Employee Blue Shuttles.
            
            WHO WE ARE
            
            Snowbird is a world-renowned resort just 6 miles up Little Cottonwood Canyon. Here, winter enthusiasts experience all types of mountain terrain which can be enjoyed by every level of skier and snowboarder. Guests can sharpen their skills at our topflight mountain school, go for a backcountry snow-cat tour or enjoy an exhilarating Heli-ski adventure. Snowbird offers 4 hotels, 15 restaurants, conference facilities, summer activities, Oktoberfest, and a full-service spa, all surrounded by spectacular granite peaks - making Snowbird a world-class destination.
            
            Snowbird's ambition is to provide unique big mountain experiences that grow the committed Snowbird family. This includes both our team members and our guests. By helping everyone experience what makes Snowbird unique and special, the environment, the mountain, the canyon, and the people. In this way they make memories for a lifetime, "memories that match our mountain".
            
            This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. We require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired and comply with our professional appearance, drug & alcohol, and employee conduct policies.
            
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