Lift Operator

Schweitzer

California (MO)

Hybrid

USD 29,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Ski pass
Healthcare options
Gear discounts
401(k) match
Free lift tickets
F&B discounts
Retail discounts
EAP

Job summary

Seasonal Palisades Tahoe is seeking attendants to efficiently load and unload guests, scan tickets, control lines, and assist with chairlift operations. You will work outdoors in winter weather and must follow safety policies while delivering friendly, high-quality service.

This seasonal role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities with base pay ranging from $21.00 to $25.92 per hour. Perks include free skiing and riding privileges at multiple resorts, healthcare options for seasonal

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Experience serving the public is preferred.
  • Demonstrated safety awareness and reliability.

Responsibilities

  • Provide top-quality customer service.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction with friendly service.
  • Perform safety checks on chairlifts and maintain safety logs.
  • Assist with safe loading and unloading of chairs.
  • Communicate effectively with lift users and operators.

Skills

Oral and written communication
Customer service
Safety awareness
Follow instructions
Team oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Experience with the public (preferred)

Job description

Seasonal Palisades Tahoe

We share the spirit of these legendary mountains with the world.

Job Summary

Execute efficient and courteous loading and unloading of guests, including ticket scanning, line control, and operating chairlifts, while adhering to safety policies. Role will be exposed to outdoors in winter weather conditions for duration of shift. Seasonal full-time and part-time positions available. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Hourly Pay Range

Hourly: The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits. Base hourly pay range: $21.00 - $25.92 per hour

Benefits
  • Free skiing + riding privileges to 17 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
  • Healthcare options for both Seasonal & Year-Round employees
  • Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
  • 401(k) plan with generous company match
  • Free and discounted lift tickets
  • 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades & Alpine
  • 40% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Patagonia, Oakley, and more!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Essential Job Responsibilities & Duties
  • Provide top-quality customer service.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction with friendly service.
  • Perform safety checks on chairlifts and maintain safety logs.
  • Understand lift mechanics: brakes, electrical systems, mechanical drives.
  • Assist with safe loading and unloading of chairs.
  • Communicate effectively with lift users and operators.
  • Maintain safe snow conditions on ramps.
  • Set up and maintain signs, fences, and mazes.
  • Monitor area for trash and safety issues.
  • Stay alert to surroundings at all times.
Competencies and Job Requirements
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong customer service and safety awareness.
  • Ability to follow instructions.
  • Neat and clean appearance.
  • Punctual and team-oriented.
Physical Requirements
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, and hear.
  • Must be capable of walking or standing 90% or more of a normal 8 hour work shift.
  • Must be capable of occasionally carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling up to 35lbs.
  • Must capable of occasionally squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, and balancing, able to climb ladders and shovel snow.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions
  • Frequent exposure to extreme outdoor weather conditions.
  • Exposure to extreme cold, wetness, humidity, blizzards, and storms.
  • Moderate noise levels.
  • Use of various lift operation equipment.
  • Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
  • The employee will frequently be exposed to extreme cold, wetness and/or humidity, and occasionally blizzards and extreme storm conditions.
  • Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually moderate.
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Education and Experience
  • Required: High School Diploma or GED
  • Preferred: Prior experience with the public
  • A Motor Vehicle Record review may be required as part of your job.

For information on Alterra Mountain Company’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at www.alterramtnco.com/social-responsibility. Among other resources, Alterra has Employee Resource Groups to support the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), disability, LGBTQIA2S+, and women communities within our workforce.

Work alongside California’s best terrain in our vibrant and enthusiastic community. Receive retail and restaurant discounts, season passes for eligible dependents and free tram access. Full-time, part-time, and on-call staff ski free at 14 iconic resorts, including Palisades Tahoe.

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