Lift Operations Supervisor

Sun Peaks Resort; Sun Peaks; On-site; CAD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season lift passes

Trail passes

Golf passes

Three weeks paid vacation

Benefits plan + HSA + EFAP

RRSP matching DPSP

Training and development

Dining discounts

Retail discounts

Friends & family rates at Sun Peaks Gr

Reciprocal programs with ski areas

Pay for Performance bonus program

Job summary

Sun Peaks Resort is seeking an experienced Senior Lift Operator to lead the lift operations team on site. You will oversee safe ropeway and conveyor operations, assist with seasonal staff training, and ensure adherence to safety procedures and regulations.

You must be physically fit, possess a BC driver’s license, and have strong ropeway knowledge. Prior lift operations and resort-management background are highly valued, with opportunities for growth and development within our mountain resort

Qualifications

• Senior lift operator experience in a major destination resort within last 5 years.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Proven consistent, positive attitude and integrity.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather and lift 20 kg repeatedly.
• Valid BC class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract.
• High knowledge of passenger ropeways and safety standards.
• Knowledge of Z-98 code and safety regs for ropeways and conveyors.
• Physically fit and able to lift 20 kg for moments.
• Snowmobile operations experience is asset.
• Lift 150 certification is asset.
• Related ski resort management or tourism mgmt education asset.
• Related experience in lift maintenance or outside operations asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily lift operations with the team.
• Ensure safe operation of passenger ropeways & conveyors.
• Assist with seasonal staff hiring and training.
• Adhere to safety, inspection, and operational procedures and logs.
• Enforce SPR policies, safety, EMS, and Z-98 regulations.
• Supervise parking lot and tube time operations.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and professionalism.
• Ensure staff meet dress and readiness standards before shift.
• Attend safety meetings and record minutes.
• Monitor staff sign-ins/outs and inventory of equipment.

Skills

Senior lift ops exp

Self-motivation

Detail-oriented

Positive attitude

BC driver's license

Ropeway knowledge

Z-98 knowledge

Physically fit

Snowmobile ops asset

Lift 150 cert asset

Resort mgmt edu asset

Maintenance/outside ops asset

Education

Resort management education

Job description

Compensation Information

$26.65 per hour

Physical Requirement

Heavy; work activities involve handling loads up to 20kg; both in an indoor & outdoor setting.

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.

Perks and Benefits

• Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes
• Initial entitlement to three weeks of paid vacation
• Benefits plan and additional wellness components, including Health Spending Account and EFAP
• Participation in our RRSP and matching DPSP programs
• Company supported training and professional development opportunities
• 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
• Eligibility for our ‘Pay for Performance’ incentive bonus program (after qualifying period), awarded to top performers

Skills you bring with you

• At least one previous season as a Senior Lift Operator at a major destination resort within the last 5 years.
• Self-motivated with a strong personal work ethic and a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to show up, be consistent, have a good attitude and act with integrity.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather extremes and capable of heavy, repetitive work.
• Valid BC class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract.
• Highly knowledgeable in operation of passenger ropeways.
• Have a strong knowledge of the Z-98 code, BC Safety Act, and regulations as applied to passenger ropeways and conveyors.
• Physically fit and free from injuries; able to lift 20kg for more than a few moments.
• Previous experience in Snowmobile operations is considered an asset.
• Lift 150 certification is considered an asset.
• Related Ski Resort Management or Tourism Management education is considered an asset.
• Related experience in Lift maintenance or Outside Operations is considered an asset.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily operation of the lift operations team.
• Ensure the proper & safe operation of all passenger ropeways and conveyors.
• Assist with hiring and training of seasonal staff.
• Supervise all work in accordance and adherence with established safety and inspection procedures including start up, obtaining loading clearances, ramp and maze maintenance, daily log sheets, shut down, and post operational procedures.
• Ensure all SPR policies are adhered to particularly in regard to safety, Environmental Management System, and passenger ropeway Z-98 regulations.
• Supervise the parking lot and tube time operations.
• Present yourself with the highest standards of image and appearance with exemplary personal grooming, hygiene and a clean uniform on a daily basis.
• Ensure that the staff working in your assigned zone meet company standards in dress, appearance, and readiness to work (including staff pass) before they leave the staff room.
• Attend all staff safety meetings with timely follow-up on agenda items and minutes to be recorded and filed.
• Monitor the timely and safe sign‑ins and sign‑outs of all staff.
• Manage the inventory of all equipment and supplies required for operations.

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.