Location: Killington, Vermont

Killington and Pico Resort is the biggest mountain in the East, home to the most adventure you’ll find all year long, and a great place to start, build and grow your career. With seven distinct mountain areas, including Vermont’s highest lift-serviced peak, the opportunities are endless throughout the longest ski season in the East, and into the summer with mountain biking, golf and more. Join an enthusiastic team that strives to deliver the best guest experience possible, while taking advantage of all these mountains have to offer. Killington Resort is committed to employee wellness, safety, growth opportunities, and provides a wide variety of resort benefits, including access to our unparalleled playground. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

Compensation: Salary, adjusted based on experience.

Benefits: Full-time, year-round, benefitted 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

Reporting to the Snowmaking and Snow Surfaces Managers, the Snowmaking Supervisor oversees all aspects of snowmaking at Killington and Pico, including all snowmaking personnel. The Snowmaking Supervisor is responsible for ensuring all goals of the snowmaking department 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:

In coordination with the Snowmaking Manager-plan, coordinate and oversee all snowmaking operations year-round.

Supervise, mentor and train a team of 75+/- snowmaking staff

Direct and assist in training all snowmaking personnel, modify procedures as needed.

Maintain a safe and respectful working environment.

Conduct end of season/year performance evaluations of all snowmaking personnel.

Assist in the proper recruitment, hiring and training of employees.

Operate in place of the Snowmaking Manager, when necessary.

Plan, conduct and file weekly staff safety meetings.

Ensure all company safety policies and procedures are completed by all department employees.

Confer regularly with staff to plan and coordinate activities, check work and resolve problems.

Plan work schedules in coordination with the Snowmaking Manager.

Review shift operations and performance.

Check past, current and future snowmaking trails to ensure goals are being 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.

Prepare various administrative/operations reports and records as needed.

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.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Previous supervisory or management experience, 3+ years preferred

Broad base of snowmaking experience, 7+ years preferred

Ability to work night shift, weekends and holidays

Currently possess a valid state driver’s license

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment used in snowmaking applications such as pumps, compressors, valves, and the like

Ability to perform manual labor work in the outdoors in extreme cold and all weather conditions

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

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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