Snowmaker - Mountain Operations

Position Purpose

To operate and help maintain snowmaking systems while performing a wide variety of tasks essential to the safe and efficient production of quality snow. Snowmakers are an integral part of the Mountain Operations team contributing to the success of the Dartmouth Skiway in numerous capacities.

Required Qualifications

• Basic knowledge/understanding of large machinery
  
• Good communications skills and patience
  
• Ability to create quality snow and snow surface
  
• Ability to follow direction and work in a cold environment
  
• Ability to lift 75 pounds regularly
  
• Passion for snow sports
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in the outdoors
  
• High school graduate or equivalent
  

FLSA Non-Exempt

Employment Category Temporary Full Time

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.

https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities

• Operate snowmaking equipment in a mountain environment in inclement weather.
  
• Inspect guns, hose, hydrants, and equipment to ensure safe operation.
  
• Assists in maintenance duties related to snowmaking and mountain operations systems including but not limited to parking lots, timbering operations, and building maintenance.
  
• Assists mountain operations with snow and ice mitigation including shoveling, sanding, and salting on premises.
  
• Follows all policies and procedures of the Dartmouth Skiway.
  

- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.