Lift Operator

Tahoe Donner Association; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Food & beverage discounts

Retail discounts

Amenities access

Job summary

Tahoe Donner Association is seeking Lift Operators for our downhill ski resort, focusing on safe operation of chair lifts and strong guest relations. You will perform pre-checks, assist guests in loading and unloading, and help with snow removal and site maintenance.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with strong teamwork and people skills, able to work outdoors in winter conditions, and willing to work holidays and busy periods. CPR/First Aid recommended; lift operations exam required before use.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• CPR and First Aid certifications recommended.
• Excellent communication and people skills; enjoy interacting with guests.
• Must pass lift operations exam prior to operating lifts.
• Willingness to work holidays and peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate chair lifts and monitor loading/unloading areas.
• Perform pre-operational checks and daily safety logs.
• Assist guests in loading/unloading during extreme weather.
• Support snow removal and keep walkways clear.
• Maintain signage, barriers, and safety equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service and guest relations.

Skills

Consistent

Cheerful attitude

Energetic

Teamwork

People skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid certifications

Lift operations exam

Job description

Job Details

Tahoe Donner Association is looking for fun and personable Lift Operators to join our Downhill Ski Resort operations! The Lift Operator is responsible for operating chair lifts and maintains terminal area. This position performs crowd control, checks lift tickets and lift passes. This is an outside job working in a variety of winter weather elements. The Lift Operator oversees the daily operation of a chair lift in a safe and efficient manner while promoting positive guest relations with riders and co-workers. This position maintains the loading and unloading ramps, sets up signage, barrier fencing, ropes and maze lines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides excellent customer service to customers, employees and business partners.
• Does pre-operational checks on chair lift.
• Assists with cleaning and clearing of deck and lodge area.
• Maintains loading and unloading ramps, sets up signage, barrier fencing, ropes and maze lines.
• Performs daily safety inspections on the lifts and completes a daily lift log.
• Assists all guests with loading and unloading the aerial and surface lifts in extreme weather conditions.
• Assists with snow removal including shoveling and clearing snow from walkways, stairs, equipment and other areas as needed.

Qualifications

We are looking for applicants who exhibit the following qualities:

• Consistency and Reliability
• Cheerful and Positive Attitude
• Energetic and outgoing personality
• Values Teamwork
• Loves Serving and Helping Others

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certifications recommended.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and “People” skills; Must love dealing with people.
• Must pass lift operations exam prior to operation of lift.
• Must be willing to work holidays and busy periods.

These skills and abilities are typically acquired through the completion of high school diploma or equivalent plus one to three months relevant experience and/or training in a customer related position; or an equivalent combination of formal training, education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform all of the duties of the position.

We offer competitive starting pay based on experience and availability, performance-based advancement, use of Tahoe Donner Association Amenities, free gym membership at Trout Creek Recreation Center, food & beverage discounts and retail discounts!

We have seasonal opportunities available!

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