Posted 4 months ago
Snowmaker - Winter 2026/27
@ Sun Peaks Resort LLP
Sun Peaks, British Columbia
Overview
Sun Peaks Resort LLP is hiring Level 1 and Level 2 Snowmakers for its Slopes department for the 2026/27 winter season. The work involves operating and maintaining a fleet of 40 snowmaking machines and high-pressure water systems outdoors, with shift work and some overtime. Compensation is $21.45 to $22.45 per hour, plus a $1 per hour incentive conditional on completing a full winter season contract.
Pay:
$21.45–$22.45 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain snowmaking machines and high-pressure systems
- Perform pre-start up inspections and walk-around checks
- Follow company safety, operating and maintenance procedures
- Adhere to mountain operating guidelines
Requirements summary:
- Irrigation experience or minimum 1 year snowmaking experience (asset)
- Comfortable with machinery and high-pressure supply systems
- Able to work alone and in a team, in all weather
- Valid driver's licence
- Snowmobile experience preferred
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | General labour |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 77 lb · computer low |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Employee discount |
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Sun Peaks Resort LLP
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Work, live, and play at Canada's second largest destination resort!
Full company description
Sun Peaks Resort is a premier four-season destination located in the stunning interior of British Columbia. As Canada’s second-largest destination resort, we’re home to 4,400 acres of skiable terrain, 144 trails, and 895m vertical drop, and a 10-acre terrain park, offering endless opportunities for winter adventure. When the snow melts, the mountain transforms into a summer playground. Guests can explore 22 hiking trails, ride over 84 km of Bike Park trails with 595m of lift-accessed vertical, and golf at Canada’s highest elevation 18-hole course. Our Values Here Together - People are at the heart of what we do. We collaborate to create outcomes that benefit all. Whoever you are and wherever you come from, this is a special place where you belong. United by Passion - Our passion and knowledge sets us apart as we create unforgettable experiences for our guests. We want everyone who comes here to return home with memories that last a lifetime. Committed to Care - Whether you're a guest or a team member, wellness is a way of life. Our commitment to safety and well-being means everyone gets to make the most of their time here. Being Better – Creating an enriching environment where guests can try new activities and have unique experiences. For our team members, providing opportunities to learn, grow and find a balance between meaningful work and play. Doing What’s Right – To embrace our environmental stewardship and sustainability in our daily practices to ensure we pass along this privilege for generations to come. Why Join Us? Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a positive impact on our guests and our workplace every single day. This is why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and deliver our values. Our commitment to our people has earned us Great Place to Work® Certification for 2025, and we couldn’t be prouder of this recognition that is a result of direct employee feedback.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,436
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 249
- Reported office locations
- 1280 Alpine Rd, Sun Peaks, British Columbia V0E5N0, CA
- Other recorded names
- Sun Peaks Resort
- Specialties
- skiing
- snowboarding
- mountain biking
- hiking
- golfing
- nordic skiing
- snowshoeing
- winter
- summer
- Dog Sled Tours
- Skating
- Snowmobile
- Snowbiking
- tube park
- family
- destination resort
- dining
- shopping
- and lifestyle
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Sun Peaks Resort is a premier four-season destination located in the stunning interior of British Columbia. As Canada’s second-largest destination resort, we’re home to 4,400 acres of skiable terrain, 144 trails, and 895m vertical drop, and a 10-acre terrain park, offering endless opportunities for winter adventure. When the snow melts, the mountain transforms into a summer playground. Guests can explore 22 hiking…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Recreational Facilities |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Sun Peaks, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Self-Owned |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Specialties | skiingsnowboardingmountain bikinghikinggolfingnordic skiingsnowshoeingwintersummerDog Sled Tours |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
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Do you have irrigation systems experience in the summer and want to try snowmaking in the winter? We are looking to hire both Level 1 and Level 2 Snowmakers for our Slopes department for the upcoming winter season. We have a state-of-the-art fleet consisting of 40 machines with the addition of Snow Secure and automation to help track usage this season. Can you work alone or in a team? Are you comfortable with machinery and high-pressure supply systems? There is also an opportunity to move to the grooming department once snowmaking is finished for the season. If this sounds like the ideal work environment, fill out an application to work, live and play where you belong.
Sun Peaks Resort LLP has proven to be one of the highest levels of guest service providers within the ski industry. We can offer you a memorable and gainful working experience within an outdoor working environment in the sub alpine and alpine mountains of Sun Peaks Resort.
We are passionate about maintaining and protecting the Flora and Fauna within the outdoor recreational spaces and ensuring a high-quality experience for guests and encourage you to join us in creating memorable experiences in our 4-seasons resort.
Compensation Information: $21.45 to $22.45 per hour (dependent on skills/experience)
Physical Requirement: Heavy; work activities involve handling loads up to 35 kg; predominantly in an outdoor setting.
This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.
The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy:
- Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position)
- Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets
- Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets
- Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
- Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels
This role is eligible for an incentive for successful applicants to receive $1 per hour worked based on completion of a full winter season contract. Conditions apply to this incentive and will be shared during the interview and onboarding.
Skills you bring with you:
- Experience with irrigation systems OR a minimum of 1 year snowmaking experience considered an asset (at Sun Peaks or other resorts).
- Self-motivated, responsible, and open-minded.
- Able to work both alone and as part of a team.
- Some snowmobile experience preferred.
- Able to work in all weather conditions.
- Able to work shift work and odd hours with some overtime when required.
- Be dependable, timely, and cooperative.
- Valid drivers license.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Understand and work towards departments and company’s goals and objectives.
- Observe carefully and adhere to all company safety, operating and maintenance procedures.
- Follow instruction, paying close attention to detail.
- Maintain a high standard of workmanship in communication, respect for equipment, co-workers and quality of product.
- Perform pre-start up inspections, walk-around checks and maintain all machinery and equipment.
- Adhere to mountain operating guidelines.
Why join us?
We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests.
Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values.
No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.
Apply Now (copy & paste the link into a new browser): https://sunpeaks.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/db6a4383-c45b-16ec-d6c8-83322d90ebe2/apply?source=3756011-CS-58771
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