Compressor Attendant

Job Details: Job Location: Killington Resort - Killington, VT, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal, Salary Range: $22.60 - $23.73Hourly, Job Category: Mountain Operations, Compensation and Benefits: 

Compensation: Hourly wage, adjusted based on experience.
Benefits: Seasonal position eligible for a season pass for employee/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

Job Summary:

The Compressor Attendant will report to the Pump and Compressor Foreman and Snowmaking Manager and will over-see operations at a designated compressor pad during the winter snowmaking season. The Compressor Attendant is responsible for the operation of diesel and electric air compressors and related support equipment, upkeep of compressor pads and buildings, minor maintenance of equipment, routine operational checks and inspections of snowmaking pumps, compressors, and valving.

Summary of Key Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

Oversee operations of a designated compressor pad, pump house, area, or zone
Start, stop, warm-up, and maintain electric and diesel air compressors, based on the needs of the snowmaking system, as instructed by the snowmaking control room
Perform equipment adjustments based on snowmaking system needs
Conduct routine checks of snowmaking equipment such as air compressors, pumps, and valving
Maintain equipment logs and records hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly
Report pond and rivers levels to the snowmaking control room twice per day, or more, as needed
Notify the snowmaking control room of any alarms, issues, or potential problems in a timely manner
Remove snow and/or ice buildup at compressor pads, pump houses, valve stations, water inlets, snow making related dwellings, and surrounding areas
Assist snowmaking personnel with transportation needs of equipment and crew
Assist the snowmaking mechanic and/or maintenance foremen with minor maintenance on portable diesel air compressors such as changing oil, fuel, and air filters

 
Qualifications:  Basic Qualifications:

Valid US Driver’s License
Basic mechanical knowledge and skills
Ability to work night shift (7PM-7AM)
Must be able to work nights/days, 12 hour shifts, weekends, and holidays

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work outside in the elements, including frigid cold, for sustained periods of time
Must be in good physical condition

It is the policy of Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC to provide equal opportunity and employment to all staff and applicants.  No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, physical or mental condition, or any qualified individual with a disability or veteran status.

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