Snowmaker

Working at Big Bear Mountain Resort puts you in the middle of it all, with some of the West Coast’s best skiing/snowboarding and mountain biking terrain at your doorstep and Southern California’s iconic beaches, deserts, and landscapes all within driving distance.

Big Bear Mountain Resort is Southern California’s year-round home for alpine good times with three mountains – Bear Mountain, Snow Summit, and Snow Valley – offering something for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, from world-class skiing, snowboarding, and sledding/tubing in the winter to mountain biking, hiking, base area activities, and golf in the summer, plus a full slate of can’t-miss events throughout the year. Renowned for being some of the industry’s most innovative and influential destinations, Big Bear Mountain Resort features the most rideable terrain in Southern California, as well as the region’s only halfpipes and highest lift-served peak (8,805 feet), the first terrain park in North America (Bear Mountain, 1992), the longest continually operating resort (Snow Valley, est. 1924), and site of the first Winter X Games (Snow Summit, 1997). Located in the San Bernardino Mountains, Big Bear Mountain Resort is owned by Alterra Mountain Company and is an Ikon Pass member destination.

Big Bear Mountain Resort is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, approximately 100 miles from Los Angeles and Orange County and 150 miles from San Diego. As the home of Southern California’s best snow conditions, most rideable terrain, and premier lift-served bike park, Big Bear Mountain Resort employees are able to enjoy three unique mountains and are eligible to receive retail and food discounts, season passes for dependents, and ski free at Alterra Mountain resorts.
 

Employee perks/benefits:

• Free season pass
• Lift tickets for friends & family
• Free skiing at other Alterra Mountain Company owned resorts (excluding CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures)
• Discounted lift tickets at Ikon Pass partner resorts*
• Retail and Rental discounts
• Food & Beverage discounts
• Free staff ski/snowboard lessons
• Exclusive employee and family events
• Free local bus pass: mountaintransit.org
• 401(k) savings plan
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Sick Pay

*Career positions offer additional benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists with the safe and efficient operation of snowmaking equipment, ensuring that goals are achieved.

This position is located at Snow Summit.

Starting wage between $20.00/hr. - $22.80/hr. depending on experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• At least eighteen (18) years old
• Have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to carry out multi-step instructions
• A valid California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Able to work in extreme weather conditions
• Familiarity and working knowledge of OSHA and safety practices preferred
• Must be able to pass Company certification as a Snowmobile Operator
• Ability to operate equipment as trained
• Ability to read and comply with documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Able to work flexible schedules, including second and third shifts

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and your ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation.

Snow Summit LLC is an equal opportunity employer.