Lift Operator- Winter- Full Time/Part Time

Alterra; The Blue Mountains; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to Blue Mountain amenities

Meal discounts at resort eateries

Discounts at Blue Mountain stores

Wellness resources including therapy

Summer employee events

Job summary

Blue Mountain Resort Company is seeking Seasonal Lift Operators to ensure the safe operation of ski lifts and deliver a memorable guest experience at Ontario's premier resort. Roles include maintaining safety standards, maximizing lift capacity, and assisting guests, including beginners, with empathy and care.

The positions run from November 28th to March 28th, with both full-time and part-time shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum age of 16 to operate lifts.
• Excellent employee and public relations skills; friendly and cooperative by nature.
• Professional, energetic and dependable.
• Ability to reason and react with quick, thoughtful judgment while staying calm under pressure.
• Physically fit and able to lift and push/pull heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safe operation of the assigned lift.
• Maximizing uphill capacity for all lifts.
• Showing empathy and assistance to the needs of our beginner guests.
• Providing physical assistance to guests when required.
• Ensuring all guests using the lift have a valid ticket or pass.
• Establishing and maintaining all operational aspects of all assigned lifts including ramps, mazes, tools and signs.

Job description

Seasonal

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

• Enjoy complimentary and discounted access to Blue Mountain attractions for you and your family, including the Adventure Park, private beach, gondola, hiking, and preferred golf rates.

• Save on meals across resort restaurants and cafés, including Starbucks.

• Receive exclusive discounts at all Blue Mountain-owned retail stores.

• Work in an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and well-being, with access to free therapy and wellness resources.

• Join a vibrant team community with employee events all summer, including but not limited to Sunset Hikes, Under the Big Top, Ice Cream Day and more.

HOURLY RAT** E: $19.00**

FULL OR PART-TIME HOURS:

• Full Time Hours: 8/8:30am-4:45pm (4-5 shifts/week)
• Part Time Hours: 4:30pm-9:15pm (2-3 shifts/week)
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays
• November 28th- March 28th

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

Lift Operators will continually strive to exceed our guest's expectations by creating the best memories. The LiftDepartment will ensure the safe operation of our ski lifts by maintaining the standards set for both the guest experience and maintenance.

• Ensuring the safe operation of the assigned lift
• Maximizing uphill capacity for all lifts
• Showing empathy and assistance to the needs of our beginner guests
• Providing physical assistance to guests when required
• Ensuring all guests using the lift have a valid ticket or pass
• Establishing and maintaining all operational aspects of all assigned lifts including ramps, mazes, tools and signs

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

• Must be a minimum age of 16 to operate lifts
• Excellent employee and publicrelations skills and be of a friendly and co-operative nature
• Must be professional, energetic anddependable
• Must be able to reason and react with quick and thoughtful judgment while remaining calm under pressure
• Must be in good physical condition and be able to lift and push/pull heavy objects (shovel snow, move gates, etc.)

*This role is being posted to fill a vacant position*

AUTHENTICITY | EMPOWERMENT | COLLABORATION | PURPOSE

BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT COMPANY OVERVIEW

Blue Mountain Resort is Ontario's largest mountain resort. Nestled on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay,on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations.Only 90 minutes outside Toronto, Blue Mountain has become the four-season outdoor destination of the North. Blue Mountain is owned by Alterra Mountain Company.

ALTERRA COMPANY OVERVIEW

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world's largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world.

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, Alterra Mountain Company exists to shape the future of mountain adventure.