Snowmaker
Company: Vail Resorts
Location: Newbury
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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 To Learn More, please review the
Benefits Eligibility Summary Job 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 -
$22.48/hr Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026 Shift Type:
Full Time hours available Housing Availability: No 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 - $22.48/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 509739 Reference
Date: 07/17/2025 Job Code Function: Snowmaking
Keywords: Vail Resorts, Methuen , Snowmaker, Construction - Building Trades , Newbury, Massachusetts