Gondola, Tram & Funitel Operator — Seasonal Ski Resort

Alterra Mountain Company; Olympic Valley (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free skiing

Healthcare options

Gear discounts

401(k) plan

Lift ticket discounts

EAP

Job summary

Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC seeks an enthusiastic Gondola/Funitel Operator to load and unload passengers and deliver high-level guest service within safety policies. You will perform pre-operational inspections, operate the Gondola or Funitel, and assist guests with equipment and loading.

Applicants must be 18+ with strong communication, teamwork, and safety awareness. This seasonal/full-time role offers base-area assignments across Palisades and Alpine with varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Required: Effective communication skills, oral & written; Strong sense of customer service & safety awareness.
• Preferred: Public speaking experience.

Responsibilities

• Opportunities with Base to Base Gondola at both Palisades and Alpine or Funitel Seasonal full time
• Engage and interact with customers and employees in a positive and professional manner.
• Conduct pre-operational lift inspections on the Gondola and the Funitel.
• Operate the Gondola and Funitel.
• Trained to clear lift faults and restart the lifts after stops.
• Assist guests in loading and unloading, including ski/snowboard equipment as well as loading and unloading freight from cabins.
• Engage and operate the Funitel and Gondola emergency drives.
• Assist technicians in various maintenance tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness, operating and safety standards.
• Perform necessary snow and ice removal.
• Flexible schedule reporting to either Palisades or Alpine base areas, depending on the need at each resort.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC seeks an enthusiastic Gondola/Funitel Operator to load and unload passengers and deliver high-level guest service within safety policies. You will perform pre-operational inspections, operate the Gondola or Funitel, and assist guests with equipment and loading.

Applicants must be 18+ with strong communication, teamwork, and safety awareness. This seasonal/full-time role offers base-area assignments across Palisades and Alpine with varied weather conditions.