Alpine Slide Attendant/Lift Operator (FT or PT Seasonal)

Crystal Mountain; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as an Alpine Slide Attendant/Lift Operator at a popular recreational destination! In this engaging seasonal role, you'll facilitate the Alpine Slide operation while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for guests. Your responsibilities will include assisting with lift operations, maintaining safety protocols, and providing excellent service. This is a fantastic opportunity to work outdoors, interact with guests, and be part of a fun and dynamic environment. If you love the outdoors and enjoy working with people, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Lift operations experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and meet goals.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the Alpine Slide operation while ensuring guest safety.
• Assist with lift operations and maintain clean areas around the slide.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Self-motivation

Multi-tasking

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Alpine Slide Attendant/Lift Operator (FT or PT Seasonal)

Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Job Summary

The Alpine Operator will facilitate the Alpine Slide operation while providing great service, a quality program and safe recreation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Uphold and support department expectations, Great Service and Safe Recreation.
• Assist department in minimizing liability and risk.
• Follow activity standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Complete proper set up and clean up duties assigned as outlined on the SOP.
• Verify protocol is followed: ensure all participants have a valid “Release” wrist band and lift RFID card prior to the activity.
• Load and unload the Alpine Slide carts from the track to the chairlift.
• Prep and check that all lift chairs, runs, signage, staging areas and carts are safe for daily operations and check/monitor during shift.
• Be alert and assist guests on and off chairlifts. Give verbal instructions every time to ensure safety.
• Be alert and assist guests on and off Alpine Slide. Educate guests on proper/safe sliding with verbal instructions every time.
• Participate in ski lift evacuation training exercise and actual lift evacuations, if necessary.
• Complete all required forms such as the Daily Lift Log, Slide Maintenance Log and Sled Maintenance Log.
• Complete all lift related incident forms accurately, legibly and timely.
• Keep area around Alpine Slide clean and trash free.
• Communicate to Lead or Supervisor any operation observation or guest comments/concerns.
• Organize Alpine Slide gear and storage.
• Work special events and other programming as needed. Assist with private group blocks.
• Follow all safe work practices to include the use of personal protection equipment (PPE) and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) procedures when around injuries.
• Interact and provide a safe, fun environment always.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

• Lift operations experience preferred but not required.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. Able to read and follow manuals and procedures.
• Must possess a high level of concentration, self-motivation, the ability to multi-task and the drive to have fun!
• Previous experience working with children a plus.
• Must have the ability to work independently.
• Must be dependable and able to meet goals.
• Exemplifies professional conduct and adherence to company Core Values.

Education:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 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. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat.
• Evenings, weekends and holidays are a regular part of the schedule.
• Must have excellent attendance and conduct record for consideration.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Unrestricted and insurable driving record preferred.
• Non-smoking candidates preferred.