Snowmaker

Whistler, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 14, 2026
1 position

$20–$23 / hour

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Employment type: Temporary
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Operate snowmaking equipment and vehicles, including snowmobiles, safely and efficiently. Produce snow to create quality skiing surfaces, perform basic equipment maintenance, and complete other assigned duties.

Job details

Rockies Vail Beaver Creek Breckenridge Park City Keystone Crested Butte Grand Teton Lodge Company Vail Resorts Headquarters West Heavenly Northstar Kirkwood Stevens Pass Northeast Stowe Okemo Mount Snow Hunter Attitash Wildcat Mount Sunapee Crotched Mid-Atlantic Liberty Roundtop Whitetail Jack Frost Big Boulder Midwest Wilmot Afton Alps Mt Brighton Alpine Valley Boston Mills & Brandywine Mad River Mountain Hidden Valley Snow Creek Paoli Peaks Canada Whistler Blackcomb Australia Perisher Falls Creek Hotham Snowmaker Date: Oct 13, 2026 Location: Whistler, BC, Canada Company: Whistler Blackcomb Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success. Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first). Employee Benefits Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Excellent training and professional development Referral Program Job Summary To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary As a Snowmaker, you will brave the elements and help build out the mountain for the skiing guest. Snowmaking is a physically demanding and exciting job. Work with some of the most fascinating equipment on the mountain, and make it snow! Job Specifications Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Shift Type: Full Time hours available Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: Yes Job Responsibilities Operate all snowmaking equipment in a safe and efficient manner Operate all vehicles, including snowmobiles, in a safe and efficient manner Perform basic snowmaking equipment maintenance Work on the production of snow to create the best skiing surface for our guests. Other duties as assigned Job Requirements Valid driver's license with no restrictions Must be able to communicate fluently in English Able to lift & carry up to 50 lbs. Basic hand tool knowledge and skill Able to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers. Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Requisition ID 516451 Reference Date: 08/04/2026 Job Code Function: Snowmaking

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, hold an unrestricted valid driver's license, and communicate fluently in English. They must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, have basic hand tool knowledge and skills, and work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment.