Lift Operator

Manning Park Resort; Princeton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A year-round outdoor adventure resort in Princeton, BC is seeking enthusiastic team members for roles involving guest interaction and lift operations. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, enjoy outdoor work, and have skiing or snowboarding experience. Free accommodation is available. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to blend work with a passion for the outdoors while living in a beautiful mountain setting.

Benefits

Free Rent with utilities

Free Wi-Fi

Seasonal Activities Pass

Free Rentals & Lessons

Monthly Medical & Wellness Services

Grocery Pick-Up Service

Food & Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• Skiing or Snowboarding experience preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Must enjoy working flexible hours including early mornings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with a smile and friendly comment.
• Assist guests loading or unloading from various lifts.
• Perform safety checks required before opening.
• Control line‑ups and maintain clear lift stations.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to provide excellent guest service

Experience in skiing or snowboarding

Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Education

OFA Level 3

Job description

Do you love exploring and playing in the outdoors, making new friends, hanging around the campfire, canoeing, kayaking, stand‑up paddle boarding, snowboarding, skiing, and snowshoeing? Well we have that, and more. Manning Park Resort is a year‑round resort located between Hope and Princeton, BC. If you are ready to leave the hustle and bustle of city life, and enjoy outdoor fun and adventure, this is a great place to work. Staff housing is available, so your dream of living in the mountains is part of your adventure at Manning Park Resort.

Responsibilities

• Greeting every guest with a smile and friendly comment
• Providing physical assistance to guests loading or unloading from various lifts, including Chairlifts, T‑bars, Handle Tows and a Tube Lift
• Performing all Safety Check required by BC Authorities regarding Passenger Ropeways operations before opening
• Listening to and assisting guests; seeking additional information from lead hand or supervisor in order to answer guest inquiries
• Notifying lead hand or supervisor in the event of unsafe, unusual or abnormal situations or incidents
• Preparing and completing documentation required by BC Safety Authority
• Controlling line‑ups by directing guests to appropriate queues
• Continually shoveling snow from load/unload ramps, raking and grooming ramps
• Shoveling snow around the resort as needed
• Assisting transport with manual labour tasks; digging in winter signage
• Keeping lift stations clear of snow and ice, and keeping lift huts, tools and loading/unloading areas clear of clutter
• Providing lift passengers with dry, de‑iced seats and maintaining them during periods of precipitation
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Skiing or Snowboarding experience preferred
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to always provide excellent guest service, especially during periods of inclement weather
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and shovel snow for extended periods
• OFA Lv3 is considered an asset
• Able to work early mornings, weekends and all holidays
• Must enjoy working outdoors in varied weather conditions
• On-the-job training provided; must pass a lift operator exam

As a seasonal team member you may be presented with opportunities to cross‑train and support other departments to meet seasonal demands.

Benefits

• Free Rent – Bi‑weekly Utilities of $170 (Including water, hydro, waste & heat)
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Free Seasonal Activities Pass (Alpine & Nordic Winter, Boathouse in Summer)
• Free Rentals & Lessons (Alpine & Nordic in Winter, Boathouse in Summer)
• Monthly onsite Medical & Wellness Services
• Regular Grocery Pick‑Up Service
• Food & Retail Discounts in our Country Store, Pinewoods Restaurant, Bears Den Pub & Daylodge