Snowmaking Supervisor

The snowmaking supervisor is the snowmaking manager's primary operational partner and right hand,

leading the crew on the hill, driving daily snow production, and keeping the operation running through

whatever the mountain throws at them. Working in close coordination with the manager, they translate

priorities into action, coordinate with other departments, and hold the team accountable to the

department's standards for safety, efficiency, and snow quality.

Beyond daily operations, the supervisor contributes to seasonal planning, resource management, and

emergency response while actively building a team culture grounded in mentorship, accountability, and

continuous improvement. Strong leadership, sharp problem-solving skills, and deep knowledge of

fan-gun-based snowmaking systems are essential.

Job Description

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Supervise snowmaking crews during assigned shifts, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality

snow production

Lead shift handoffs between day and night crews, communicating production priorities,

equipment status, and any outstanding issues to ensure seamless continuity

Provide direct supervision and leadership of snowmaking operations during active production

periods and serve as the acting Snowmaking Manager in the Manager's absence, assuming

responsibility for operational decision-making, personnel management, safety oversight, and

departmental priorities.

Operate both automated and manual snowmaking systems independently and proficiently

Interpret weather data, wet-bulb temperatures, and conditions in real time to adjust snowmaking

strategy and maximize snow quality and output

Assist in planning, setting up, relocating, monitoring, and shutting down snow guns and related

equipment across the mountain

Demonstrate full knowledge of the mountain's snowmaking system layout, including

pumphouses, hydrants, valves, electrical boxes, and terrain

Operate and maintain all snowmaking equipment, including snow guns, hoses, compressors,

tracked vehicles, trucks, UTVs, snowmobiles, and pumps

Conduct daily vehicle inspections and coordinate repairs with Arizona Snowbowl mechanics

Monitor and maintain gun run conditions, including shoveling snow, clearing hoses, and applying

proper padding

Enforce all snowmaking safety standards, including PPE, lockout/tagout compliance, and resort

safety programs

Prevent damage to trees, lifts, buildings, vehicles, and environmentally sensitive areas

Train and mentor snowmakers on snow production techniques, safety procedures, and resort

protocols; provide ongoing real-time coaching and performance feedback

Monitor crew performance and address safety violations and workplace infractions in

coordination with the snowmaking manager

Collaborate with Grooming, Lift Operations, Terrain Parks, and Ski Patrol to maintain safe and

effective mountain operations

Assist the snowmaking manager with seasonal planning, resource scheduling, and production

goal-setting

Promote responsible use of water, fuel, and electricity in line with resort sustainability goals

Maintain accurate daily production, maintenance, and safety documentation

Record time in Paycom at the start and end of every shift, verify entries daily, and confirm your

timecard at the close of each pay period

Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Required Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

Valid driver's License with a clean driving record

High School Diploma or equivalent

3-5 years of on-hill snowmaking experience with demonstrated competence

2-4 years of hands-on knowledge of pump operations, automated systems (SmartSnow 7 or

equivalent), and associated snowmaking equipment

Ability to ski or snowboard in all terrain types upon completion of an annual ski/snowboard

evaluation

Must pass written and driving tests for snowmobiles, ATVs, UTVs, tracked UTVs, and snowcats

Intermediate to advanced mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot minor

and major equipment malfunctions

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with

snowmaking crews and other mountain operations departments

Knowledge of environmental and energy-efficient snowmaking practices

Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays; longer shifts may be

required

Preferred Qualifications

Prior supervisory or crew leadership experience

Experience training or mentoring snowmaking staff

Snowcat or heavy equipment operating experience

Technical training or certifications in mountain operations or equipment maintenance

CPR/First Aid certification

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

Flashlights, radios, 1/2-ton pickup trucks, UTVs, tracked UTVs, snowmaking guns, snow hoses with

couplers, wrenches, hammers, shovels, picks, digging bars, trailers, confined space rescue equipment, and

other related industrial tools and supplies.

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

The majority of the workday is spent outdoors at night in a mountain environment, in constantly

changing weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, and wetness. 25% of the time is

spent sitting (riding in a tracked vehicle), 55% walking and hiking, and 20% standing. Must have

the ability to hike for sustained periods of time at a high elevation and in inclement,

unpredictable, and cold weather conditions at night

Frequently bending, kneeling, handling, reaching, grasping, and performing repetitive motions

like climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, handling, operating controls, and feeling objects

Noise levels can reach 100 decibels (without hearing protection) for six hours of the workday.

With hearing protection, noise levels reach approximately 71 decibels. Wearing ear protection is

required when making snow on the hill

Frequently using far acuity, depth perception, accommodation, and field of vision

Frequent exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards