Lift Operator

Sun Peaks Resort LLP; Sun Peaks; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Lift Operators to join their summer operations team. This role is perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors and want to provide excellent guest experiences while ensuring safety on the mountain access lifts. You'll work in a stunning environment, gain valuable skills, and be part of a welcoming team. With full training provided, you will be well-prepared to handle the responsibilities of loading and unloading guests, maintaining safety standards, and supporting a vibrant community atmosphere. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and love engaging with people, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Dining discounts

Retail discounts

Friends and family rates at the hotel

Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas

Qualifications

• Must enjoy working with people and have a positive attitude.
• High level of physical fitness and able to lift 40lbs comfortably.

Responsibilities

• Operate mountain access lifts and validate RFID tickets.
• Assist guests with loading and unloading safely.
• Communicate safety procedures and maintain station appearance.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Positive attitude

Ability to work outdoors

Teamwork

Calm under stress

Physical fitness

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Are you a people person who loves being outside? Our Lift Operators are key guest-facing members of our summer operations team at Sun Peaks Resort. Do the thoughts of great views and a welcoming team sound great? Lift Operators ensure guests' safe loading and unloading practices and monitor the RFID ticket system. Further financial bonuses are available for staff performing well. Full training is provided, and you will work alongside skilled and knowledgeable individuals. You will be stationed at one of our two lift-accessed mountains providing guests access to hiking, biking, and sightseeing adventures! If this sounds like the ideal work environment, fill out an application to work, live and play where you belong.

Compensation Information: $19.00 per hour

Physical Requirement:

Constantly Medium (M), Outdoor in possible Extreme Heat

Occasionally Heavy (H), Outdoor in possible Extreme Heat

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.

The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy:

• Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position)
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• 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

Skills you bring with you:

• Must be outgoing, have a positive attitude, and enjoy working with people.
• Willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions for the course of each shift.
• Highly motivated, honest, responsible, and have an excellent work ethic.
• Able to work individually and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks in a safe, timely manner.
• Must be able to maintain a calm, professional, friendly manner under periods of stress.
• High level of physical fitness free from injuries. Able to complete other physically demanding duties, including lifting 40lbs (18kg) comfortably.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily operation of the mountain access lifts, RFID ticket validation as assigned by the Lift Operations Manager/Assistant Manager/Supervisor.
• Loading and unloading of foot passengers and mountain bikers, as well as mountain bikes on and off of the lift’s bike racks.
• Provide physical assistance to guests as required and adjust the speed of the lifts for the guests to load and unload in a safe manner.
• Communicate safety procedures and guidelines for riding the lifts to the guests as necessary; Safety awareness at all times is a must.
• Maintain the appearance of the stations and surroundings throughout the day, ensuring load and unload areas up to operational standards as per the Z-98 code.
• Communicate hazards/problems to Supervisors while demonstrating initiative in safely anticipating and handling routine and emergency procedures.

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.