Snowmaking Technician

A snowmaking technician is a field-based role focused on the maintenance and reliability of snowmaking

equipment, including fan guns, pumps, compressors, hydrants, valves, and control systems. While they

don't direct snow production, they ensure all equipment is properly positioned, functioning, and ready to

perform before, during, and after snowmaking operations. Technicians work closely with shift leads,

supervisors, and the snowmaking manager to keep the operation running safely and efficiently in

demanding outdoor conditions.

Job Description

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on all snowmaking equipment, fan

guns, pumps, compressors, hydrants, valves, and control systems

Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues across all snowmaking

components

Respond rapidly to equipment failures during active production windows to minimize downtime

Identify and address wear, leaks, malfunctions, and safety hazards before they impact operations

Service equipment regularly, including lubrication, nozzle replacement, valve checks, hose

management, and seasonal repairs

Coordinate with controllers and supervisors to respond to alarms and system anomalies through

the automated control system

Operate snowmobiles, snowcats, UTVs, and tracked vehicles to access repair sites across rugged

mountain terrain

Assist with seasonal setup and teardown, ensuring all equipment is correctly placed and fully

operational

Train Snowmaker IIs and motivated Snowmaker Is on maintenance fundamentals and proper

equipment handling

Coordinate with grooming, lift ops, and ski patrol to maintain safe work zones during repairs

Maintain accurate records of all maintenance performed, parts used, and equipment issues

reported

Comply with all safety protocols, lockout/tagout, PPE, and safe handling of pressurized air and

water systems

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

Perform weekly pumphouse inspections both on the mountain and on the supply line to ensure

proper functionality and identify any issues in a timely manner

Other duties as assigned