Snowmaking Supervisor

Massanutten Resort

Job Summary

The Snowmaker Supervisor at Massanutten serves as a team lead for operational success and training of snowmaking team members. This position is responsible for organizing and leading a team of snowmakers with an emphasis on safety while operating and maintaining modern snowmaking equipment. Other responsibilities include electrical and mechanical problem-solving, heavy equipment operation, snow cat operation, and grounds & facilities maintenance. This position requires working outside for extended periods in inclement weather conditions while maintaining attention to detail. 

Excellent communication skills

Safety-conscious decision making

Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on sloped terrain

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Preferred

Proficiency in electrical wiring and schematics

Proficiency in mechanical systems

Welding experience

Heavy equipment operation experience

Typical Schedule 

Days:

Spring | Summer | Fall

• • Work: Monday through Thursday
  • Off: Friday through Sunday

Winter

• • Schedule varies, weather-dependent; weekends and holidays as needed

Hours:

40 Hours

• • Rotating, hours vary, including evening and night work.

Core Responsibilities

•   Supervise snow production team to ensure they are working safe and efficiently
•   Train new and returning employees in compliance with resort, state, and federal safety policies and practices
•   Install and retrofit new and existing snowmaking equipment
•   Upgrade manual snowmaking equipment to include automation to maximize efficiency
•   Other duties as assigned by management

For more information, contact Mary Turner at 540-417-2235.