Lift Operator

Boyne Resorts; Maryland; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes

Golf passes

Waterpark passes

Food discounts

Beverage discounts

Retail discounts

Daycare discounts

Job summary

Boyne Mountain Resort is seeking a Lift Operator to ensure safe and efficient lift operations, assist guests, and maintain equipment in outdoor conditions.

This role requires reliability, safety awareness, and a customer-first attitude, with opportunities to enjoy ski/golf/waterpark perks and a dynamic mountain environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Available to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Enjoy outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Promoting and exemplify Boyne Resorts L.E.A.D.S. core values.
• Lift Operation: Operate ski lifts, keep chairs, corral and terminal areas clean and orderly; perform snow maintenance as needed.
• Guest Assistance: Help guests load/unload from lifts and provide safety instructions.
• Safety Monitoring: Enforce safety protocols and assist with daily lift inspections.
• Communication: Maintain clear, professional communication with guests and team members.
• Equipment Maintenance: Inspect and report issues to maintenance.
• Weather Monitoring: Monitor weather and adjust lift operations accordingly.
• Emergency Response: Act quickly following established procedures.
• Customer Service: Provide information about the resort and assist guests for a positive experience.
• Team Collaboration: Work with other lift operators, ski patrol and mountain operations staff.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Resort: Boyne Mountain Resort

Locations: Boyne Falls, Michigan

Target Job Start Date: 9/24/2026

Req ID: 24672

Overview

As a Lift Operator you play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of lift operations at the resort. This position involves operating ski lifts, assisting guests, maintaining equipment, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate is attentive, safety-conscious, and enjoys working in an outdoor environment.

As a Boyne Mountain team member, there are so many awesome perks for you to take advantage of, such as: ski passes, golf passes, waterpark passes, and discounts for food, beverages, retail, daycare, and so much more!

\"Work Where You Love To Play!\" at Boyne Mountain Resort.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions (including but not limited to):

• Promoting and exemplify Boyne Resorts L.E.A.D.S. core values. Contributing to creating and maintaining a culture of positivity, productivity, and professionalism.


• Lift Operation: Operating ski lifts and other conveyance systems, ensuring the smooth and safe transport of guests. Keeping chairs, corral and terminal areas clean and orderly. Performing snow maintenance on ramps, terminal areas, corral and other areas as needed.


• Guest Assistance: Displaying Attitude is Everything by helping guests load and unload from lifts, providing instructions for safe riding, and offering general assistance as needed.


• Safety Monitoring: Ensuring Excellence in Execution by assisting with daily lift inspections. Observing and enforcing safety protocols, including checking lift tickets, ensuring appropriate usage of safety bars, and managing lift lines.


• Communication: Maintaining clear and professional communication with guests and other team members, including the lift operations team and ski patrol.


• Equipment Maintenance: Utilizing Long-Term Thinking by conducting regular inspections, reporting any issues to the maintenance team.


• Weather Monitoring: Staying informed about current weather conditions, adjusting lift operations accordingly.


• Emergency Response: Acting quickly and effectively in case of an emergency, following established procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.


• Customer Service: Providing exceptional customer service, offering information about the resort, answering guest questions, and ensuring a positive experience.


• Team Collaboration: Serve First and Develop Great People by working closely with other lift operators, ski patrol, and mountain operations staff to ensure smooth operations across the resort.

Qualifications

This position may be for you if:

• You are at least 18 years old


• Achieved a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)


• You are available to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays


• You enjoy working outside in various weather conditions


• You would enjoy a customer service position helping and interacting with guests