Snow Reporter - Snowbird
Powdr · Snowbird UT
Snowbird is situated in the middle of the Wasatch Mountain Range and is not only home to awe-inspiring views and mighty terrain, it is also home to employees equally as remarkable. Snowbird is continually looking for the best, those who share a passion for these mountains and the outdoors. Snowbird is a unique resort with distinct summer and winter seasons and offers full-time, part-time and seasonal positions.
TITLE: Snow Reporter
LOCATION: Snowbird Resort
STATUS: Part Time, Seasonal
SCHEDULE: 5:30am to 9:30am, 2 or 3 days per week incl. Holidays & Weekends
ANTICIPATED START DATE: November 23rd, 2026
SUMMARY
Snowbird is looking for three part-time Snow Reporters to join our Communications team for the 2026–27 winter season. This is an early morning role, beginning at 5:30 AM, built for someone who genuinely loves the mountains, has a way with words, and takes pride in getting the details right.
Every morning, skiers and riders across the country check Snowbird's mountain report, whether it’s the Salt Lake local planning for the day or an Atlanta skier daydreaming about their upcoming trip. That report is yours. You'll be the first voice they hear, and accuracy and tone both matter.
This is a part-time, seasonal position. Each reporter works 2 days per week with a rotating 3rd day.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Write and publish the daily Mountain Report for the Snowbird website and app
- Record overnight snowfall data and base depth from our on-mountain snow plots
- Update the Snow Phone with current conditions
- Push snow totals and conditions to partner platforms (SnoCountry, OnTheSnow, etc.)
- Update the Snowbird app with current snow totals, lift and run status
- Confirm and update parking status on the Snowbird website
- Trigger Powder Alert emails on qualifying snow days (6"+ in 24 hours)
- Assists the marketing team with additional tasks as time allows
WHAT YOU NEED TO GET THE JOB DONE
Must Haves:
- Strong writing skills
- Extreme reliability and attention to detail, especially under an early morning time crunch
- Comfort working independently with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with mountain weather and snow science and a passion for skiing/snowboarding
- Ability to work a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays throughout the winter season
- Must be local to the Salt Lake area.
Nice to Haves:
- Background in outdoor, ski, brand or action sports writing
- Experience with CMS platforms or digital publishing tools
WORK SCHEDULE
- Shifts are from 5:30am to 9:30am and include weekends and holidays
- Typical work week is 2 days with a rotating 3rd day
- This position is in-person at Snowbird but may transition to remote after an initial period of success and demonstrated reliability.
Working Conditions
- Must be able to ski or snowboard at an advanced/expert level.
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
- Must be prepared to stay overnight if necessary on occasional times of road closures.
- May experience unusual stress from winter conditions, snow night requirements and commuting to/from Snowbird.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must demonstrate the ability to bend, kneel, handle, reach, grasp, and perform repetitive motions.
- Work is routine in pleasant, comfortable surroundings. General office conditions prevail.
- Work is subject to frequent interruptions making continuity and accuracy difficult, frequent exposure to noise.
- Must be able to walk on slippery surfaces of snow and ice.
- Must be able to walk over uneven, uphill/downhill areas.
- Must be able to ascend and descend stairs.
- Must be able to walk through deep snow, occasionally.
WHY WORK HERE
- Snowbird season pass and comp ticket benefits
- Discounts at Snowbird eateries, retail shops, mountain school, lodging and daycare for employees
- Available medical, dental, vision and accident insurance – benefits are available based on position and are subject to change
- 401k with company match
- Discounts with POWDR partners
- Free transportation to work: UTA Bus, departmental rideshare vans, and employee shuttle vans
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. We require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired and comply with our professional appearance, drug & alcohol, and employee conduct policies.
Snowbird is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not stand for discrimination or harassment of any kind. Further, we stand for diversity of thought, background, race, sexual orientation, gender and belief. Whether you are looking for full-time, part-time, seasonal, multi-seasonal or year-round employment, Snowbird provides a dynamic and friendly environment with many great benefits and perks.
If you are passionate about the outdoors, check out our open positions and apply online today!