Lift Operator

Red River Ski Area Inc; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Red River Ski Area Inc is seeking a Lift Attendant to assist guests with boarding and unloading chairlifts. You will operate lifts, perform safety checks with the maintenance team, and help manage loading zones and ticket verification while keeping guests safe and informed.

The role requires outdoor work in all weather, reliable attendance, and the ability to communicate professionally with guests and staff. Weekend and holiday hours are common in this position.

Qualifications

• No specific formal education required; training is provided.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and knowledgeably.
• Conduct all morning safety checks with Lift Maintenance.
• Maintain loading/unloading areas by shoveling ice and snow.
• Keep lift logs updated as trained.
• Monitor lift openings/closures and trail status.
• Maintain communication with guests and coworkers.
• Check passes and tickets for authenticity.
• Assist with other departments as needed.
• Shovel, rake, and chip ice/snow as required.
• Work well under stressful or emergency conditions.

Skills

Effective communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Guest service orientation

Education

No prior experience required

Tools

Lift machinery operation

Job description

Assist and interact with guests in getting on and off chairlifts. Be responsible for operating and monitoring the chairlift. Perform chairlift operational checks alongside lift maintenance to ensure the safe operation of the lift, including the daily operational logs, reports, and checklists. Part of the daily duties may include assisting with the ticket-checking side of our department to ensure all guests and mountain staff have a proper ticket or pass before loading the lift. Be able to communicate effectively and professionally to guests using a faulty pass and be able to resolve any issues. Greet our guests and answer any questions while maintaining the lift line.

Requires ability to perform physical labor, such as shoveling, chipping ice, etc. Must follow instructions, give directions, and communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and, most importantly, our guests. Must communicate effectively under pressure and/or during emergencies. Must be reliable and prepared to work outdoors for long periods in all types of weather. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and knowledgeably.


• Conduct all morning operational safety checks alongside the Lift Maintenance Department.


• Maintain loading and unloading areas by shoveling, raking, and/or chipping ice and snow to ensure a safe area for the guests.


• Maintain lift logs as trained.


• Have an informed status about lift openings, closures, and trail openings and closures.


• Maintain an alert and reactive ability while operating the lift.


• Should be able to lift at least 40 pounds.


• Create and keep up open communication with guests and coworkers.


• Responsible for checking all season passes and lift tickets for authenticity.


• Keep all areas clean of trash and other debris.


• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management to help other departments within Red River Ski Area.


• This position requires significant amounts of shoveling, raking, and chipping of ice and snow.


• The ability to perform strenuous physical activities throughout the day is critical to this position.


• Ability to work and communicate effectively during stressful or emergencies.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist ski patrol, management, and lift maintenance with lift evacuations.


• Working extra hours or shifts can result in overtime.


• Keep a neat appearance, keep your uniform clean, and have good personal hygiene.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and punctual with daily scheduling.


• Demonstrate good guest and employee relations.


• Ability to apply common sense and critical thinking to any situation and to carry out instructions put forth by management.


• Working outdoors in varied weather conditions (rain, snow, sleet, heavy winds, sunshine, etc.).


• Employees regularly work near moving mechanical parts.


• Employees should expect to work holidays and weekends.

Education and/or Experience

• No prior experience is necessary. Training is provided.