Lift Operations Lead — Mountain Resort (Seasonal)

Mt. Hood Meadows and Cooper Spur Mtn. Resort; Oregon; On-site; USD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Housing Resources. Subject to a​

Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for depend­-

Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons &

Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets)

Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rental

Mountain Exchange Program

Industry Pro Deals

Affordable Employee Daycare

Job summary

Mt. Hood Meadows and Cooper Spur Mtn. Resort is seeking a Lift Operations Manager to lead the team that keeps the mountain moving, overseeing lift operations, dispatch, gate access, and guest services with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role combines leadership, operational strategy, and budgeting, coordinating with Mountain Operations to hire, train, and continuously improve safety measures while sustaining a high level of guest satisfaction. This is a full-time, seasonal position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of mountain operations experience, including leadership and technical duties.
• Experience with financial management, particularly workforce planning.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Strong communication, verbal and written, including clarity and protocol with 2‑way radios.
• Knowledge and experience in ski area lift operations, RFID gates, and various lift systems.
• Able to be insured to drive company vehicles.
• Intermediate to expert skier or snowboarder.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to commit to working weekends and holidays during the winter season.
• Successfully pass a background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business.
• Strong personnel management, workplace safety, and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team development and daily operations.
• Lead and support assistant managers and supervisors.
• Oversee hiring and training, manage budgets and staffing.
• Improve safety procedures and guest service.
• Collaborate with Mountain Operations teams to keep the mountain running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Radio communication

Lift operations

Safety procedures

Budgeting

Hiring & training

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year college degree (Ski Resort Management, Business Administration)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mt. Hood Meadows and Cooper Spur Mtn. Resort is seeking a Lift Operations Manager to lead the team that keeps the mountain moving, overseeing lift operations, dispatch, gate access, and guest services with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role combines leadership, operational strategy, and budgeting, coordinating with Mountain Operations to hire, train, and continuously improve safety measures while sustaining a high level of guest satisfaction. This is a full-time, seasonal position.