Overview This full-time, year-round position is responsible for the leadership and accountability of snowmaking operations. Along with management of daily operations, this hands-on role will actively work alongside snowmaking while also planning the scope of projects, fulfilling action plans to meet goals, and maintaining and continually growing an advanced knowledge of snowmaking, including equipment, and safe practices. To be successful in this role, one must be detail oriented, well organized, thrive in a fast-paced environment, think strategically with the ability to pivot and reprioritize, have a diligent work ethic, and embody Servant Leadership. As a Boyne Mountain team member, there are so many awesome perks for you to take advantage of, such as: ski passes, golf passes, waterpark passes, and discounts for food, beverages, retail, daycare, and so much more! To learn more about Boyne Mountain Resort, employment perks, and employee testimonials, click here - Boyne Mountain Employment! "Work Where You Love To Play!" at Boyne Mountain Resort. Responsibilities Essential Job Functions – Operational (including but not limited to): Accountable for department goals while contributing to the overall division, resort, and corporate goals/initiatives. Provide leadership in the operations of the snowmaking team including but not limited to: performing duties of all snowmaking positions; acting as a working foreman; planning work assignments; monitoring work in progress and checking completed work; skiing/riding to test product; coordinating with other departments. Accountable for equipment, parts and supplies inventory and regular inspection of all snowmaking work areas, including tools and equipment, to ensure proper function, cleanliness, and compliance with safety standards. Accountable for the quality of the snow Managing department administrative tasks (hiring, scheduling, budgeting, training, time keeping, ordering, inventory) Ensuring successful (safe and efficient) charging, operation, and shutting down of the snowmaking system. Planning, coordinating, and performing a wide variety of snowmaking maintenance tasks as required to keep the system operational or expand capabilities. Assisting with the development and implementation of capital expense planning for snowmaking (maintenance and expansion). Regularly inspecting all snowmaking work areas, including pump houses and all equipment and tools, to ensure proper function, cleanliness, and compliance with safety standards. Ensuring that preventative maintenance on all snowmaking equipment is performed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and/or company standards and maintaining maintenance/repair records. Coordinating daily pre-shift safety talks and conducting weekly safety meetings. Ensuring all meetings are documented. Troubleshooting: locating and diagnosing problems within the snowmaking system. Maintaining a working knowledge of the snowmaking control software and be able to help others troubleshoot. Communicating with colleagues and contractors to diagnose and repair as needed. Sustainability: understanding system energy consumption and working to reduce costs without compromising quality. Collaborate with V.P. of Mountain Experience on snowmaking plan, communicate the plan with grooming team members for implementation, and monitor and document results. Accountable for department budgets actively monitoring labor, expenses and opportunities to increase overall efficiency. Assist with the development and implementation of capital expense planning for snowmaking (maintenance and expansion). Ensure compliance with company & MIOSHA standards taking prompt action to address deficiencies. Provide superior service to all customers (internal and external). Essential Job Functions – Supervisory (including but not limited to): Direct oversight of the grooming team. Up to 30 team members on a year-round basis. Hire, supervise and train your team through providing guidance, training, support, and accountability. Understand and implement the appropriate safety standards and educate the team of the standards through designing, training, and enforcing safety policies including but not limited to coordinating and documenting pre-shift safety talks, weekly safety meetings, and annual training. Accountable for team members in maintaining a safe work environment and high-quality work standards. Essential Job Functions - Leadership (including but not limited to): Long-Term Thinking create and implement policies, procedures, and plans to proactively improve the resort snowmaking operations as well as the team members, mitigate risk of all, and provide a safe working environment. Ensure Excellence in Execution by leading the team, organizing the snowmaking operations ensuring standards are met or exceeded; and being accountable for the team goals while contributing to the overall resort and corporate goals/initiatives. Attitude is Everything through being friendly, personable, and empathetic, having a proven track record of maintaining a calm, professional demeanor in stressful situations, and prioritizing and adapting in a constantly changing business and environmental setting. Develop Great People through talent attraction/retention, proper training, active listening, timely coaching, and positive recognition. Directly manage the establishment of goals, development plans and the appropriate evaluation of performance for all direct reports. Serve First prioritizing the growth, well-being, and empowerment of your team through encouraging and actively participating with them on skill development, and providing an inclusive, welcoming environment with the proper tools, resources, and expectations to perform their role. Foster a caring safety culture within the department to achieve the goal of zero work related injuries. Judgment Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Qualifications This position may be for you if: Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Associate degree or equivalent from college or technical school plus 4-years of experience in snowmaking; OR at least 6-years of related experience in snowmaking; or equivalent combination of education and experience; PLUS at least 2-years of supervisory experience Valid Driver's License and ability to pass motor vehicle records check. Other Requirements Proficient with computers including Microsoft Suite and the ability to learn other technology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English). Passionate about the outdoors, hospitality or winter sports with ski/ride proficiency at an intermediate level or greater Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overnight, with varying hours based on season. Broad base of advanced knowledge and skills related to compressor/pump mechanics, electrical systems, instrumentation, welding, pipe laying and construction. Friendly, personable, and empathetic Desire to learn new skills and help others Detail oriented, organized, and able to quickly prioritize tasks and adapt accordingly Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, with varying hours based on season