Snowmaking Maintenance Technician and Welder
Core
Performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and welding on snowmaking equipment and machinery to ensure operational readiness for winter sports.
Role type
Snowmaking Maintenance Technician and Welder
Builds
Maintains and repairs snowmaking systems, pipelines, and structures for a ski resort.
Domain
Winter sports infrastructure / Snowmaking systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Welding (pipeline, structure, fabrication), heavy equipment operation, preventive maintenance planning, high-pressure system repair, electrical maintenance coordination, hazardous materials handling, budget coordination for parts/tools, record keeping for maintenance, troubleshooting complex systems, math aptitude for calibration
Preferred skills
Certified welder, snowmaking experience, ski area experience, Colorado Snowmobile Certificate, computer proficiency for maintenance records, proficient skiing/snowboarding
Technologies
Computerized control systems, snowmaking pumps, compressors, electric motors, valves, snowmobiles, 4x4 ATVs, trucks, cutting torches, grinding equipment
Responsibilities
Develops and implements comprehensive preventive maintenance programs; performs welding duties including pipeline work and structure repair; operates snowmaking equipment and heavy vehicles; coordinates repairs and capital expansion projects; trains employees on equipment and safety regulations; assists in department supervision and hiring.
Seniority
Mid-level technician with supervisory responsibilities