Cooper Spur Lift Op's - Operator In Charge

Mt. Hood Meadows; Mount Hood (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local housing resources

Ski/Snowboard season pass

Free lessons & discounts on gear

Buddy tickets

Resort discounts

Employee daycare

Team wellness programs

Job summary

Cooper Spur Ski Area is seeking a Lift Operator in Charge to lead operations at the Homestead lift, supervising the crew and ensuring safe, smooth rides and a welcoming guest experience.

This part-time, seasonal leadership role blends lift operations, team support, and guest service in a mountain environment, with emphasis on safety, communication, and reliability during winter and busy periods.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• Must commit to work weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Must have reliable transportation for winter road conditions.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business.

Responsibilities

• Lead at Cooper Spur Ski Area as Lift Operator in Charge and oversee daily operations.
• Support the crew and ensure guests enjoy safe, smooth, and welcoming rides.
• Maintain safety standards, communicate updates, and troubleshoot issues.
• Keep the lift area running efficiently during winter weather and busy days.
• Help lead others and contribute to a great guest experience.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Take the lead at Cooper Spur Ski Area as the Lift Operator in Charge! You’ll help oversee daily operations at the Homestead lift, supporting the crew and ensuring guests enjoy safe, smooth, and welcoming rides up the mountain.

This hands-on leadership role combines lift operations, team support, and guest service in a dynamic outdoor environment. You’ll help maintain safety standards, communicate operational updates, troubleshoot issues, while keeping the lift area running efficiently - even when winter weather and busy days bring added challenges.

We’re looking for a dependable, safety-minded team player with strong communication skills and the confidence to help lead others. If you enjoy working outdoors, thrive in a fast-paced mountain environment, and take pride in creating a great guest experience, this could be the role for you!

This is a part-time, seasonal position

Qualifications & Experience

• Must be 18 or older
• Must commit to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
• Must have reliable transportation for winter road conditions
• Excellent guest service and communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in ski area operations
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience

Compensation:

• Wage: $19.69 – $22.80 Hourly

Perks:

• Local Housing Resources. Subject to Eligibility
• Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents
• Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
• Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
• Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
• Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
• Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
• Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
• Affordable Employee Daycare - ERDC Eligible
• Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
• Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
• Access to Team Wellness Programs
• Team Appreciation Events/Dinners
• Click here to learn more about our team member perks

Videos:

• Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel