Lift Operator

Part-Time, Seasonal, Hourly

Job duties include but not limited to: 

• Give verbal instructions to skiers on how to load and unload the lifts and be as friendly, helpful, and courteous as possible when doing so. 

• Ensure safe operation of lift. 

• Be alert at all times monitoring safety. 

• Provide information to riders. 

• Shovel snow and continuously maintain the condition of lift mazes, loading and unloading platforms. 

• Maintain a clean workplace in lift shacks. 

• Use proper technique for loading and unloading poma and assist with special cases, such as children and handicapped skiers. 

• Check tickets of skiers and maintain orderly crowd control in lift mazes per direction of management. 

• Complete all required forms legibly and accurately such as the Daily Lift Log. 

• Perform pre-operation check of the lift as well as the end of shift. 

• Professionally resolve issues during shift and communicate to supervisor. 

• Call for assistance as needed. 

• Assist with picking up debris by lifts, buildings and slopes. 

• Ensure break rotation schedule is timely. 

Competencies: 

• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. 

• Self-directed and able to maximize use of time and resources. 

• Basic mechanical aptitude. 

• Exemplifies professional conduct and adherence to company Core Values. 

Education: 

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred. 

• Combination of education and experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position. 

Physical & Other Requirements: 

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. 

• The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. 

• Able to effectively use personal protective equipment (PPE) with use of equipment emitting loud noises, high pressure mechanicals and some hazardous materials. 

• Able to work outside for extended periods of time in cold weather. 

• Evenings, weekends and holidays are a regular part of the schedule. 

• Must have excellent attendance and conduct record for consideration.