Lead Gondola Operator: Safety & Guest Experience (Tahoe)

Discovery Land Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-sponsored 401k

Employee meals and recognition

Professional development

Work-Family culture

Job summary

Discovery Land Company is seeking a Lead Gondola Operator for Homewood Mountain & Lake Club on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe. You will oversee and lead the daily operation of assigned gondolas, ensuring a safe, efficient, and welcoming experience for all guests.

The role requires at least 1 year of Lift Operator experience, strong leadership, and a safety-first mindset. You will manage loading, unloadings, guest interactions, and occasional snow removal, with flexible hours including evenings,

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Lift Operator.
• Strong ability to lead a team, delegate tasks, and provide direction in a fast-paced operating environment.
• Responsible for guest safety and preventing injury; ability to identify and address potential hazards.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Intermediate skiing or snowboarding ability is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of chairlifts.
• Lead team and delegate tasks.
• Set up mazes and adjust for demand.
• Maintain safety and service standards in loading/unloading.
• Assist guests and children; provide mobility support.
• Snow removal as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest safety

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Discovery Land Company is seeking a Lead Gondola Operator for Homewood Mountain & Lake Club on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe. You will oversee and lead the daily operation of assigned gondolas, ensuring a safe, efficient, and welcoming experience for all guests.

The role requires at least 1 year of Lift Operator experience, strong leadership, and a safety-first mindset. You will manage loading, unloadings, guest interactions, and occasional snow removal, with flexible hours including evenings,