Lift Operator

Alterra; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Sugarbush Resort is hiring for winter seasonal Lift Operators. You will provide exceptional guest service, ensure guest safety while loading, riding, and unloading chairlifts, and support daily operations on the mountain.

Positions available full and part-time with holiday and weekend availability. Wage ranges from $18 to $19.50 per hour, based on experience, with Vermont resort benefits and safety-focused training.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to work efficiently and follow safety/operational procedures.
• Comfortable standing for long shifts.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate chair lift and assist guests getting on and off.
• Monitor lift operation; report issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Complete opening and closing procedures; maintain daily lift logs.
• Maintain lift area for safety and appearance (shovels, rakes, etc).
• Control skier traffic and manage gate corrals for orderly lines.
• Greeting guests and verifying RFID passes at the base.
• Assist with training of new employees.
• Answer questions about resort conditions and services.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Customer service skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Ability to work in varying weather

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Seasonal

RESORT OVERVIEW:

Sugarbush Resort is a year-round destination offering some of the best skiing and riding in the east, an award-winning ski school, golf, disc golf, an array of dining venues, and a fully appointed Health and Recreation Center. Do you want to join an all-star team dedicated to delivering an unparalleled guest experience? Make this your best season yet by joining the team at Sugarbush and taking advantage of everything Vermont has to offer.

BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?:

Our investment in each employee includes a comprehensive wellness initiative, unwavering commitment to safety, growth opportunities, and a wide variety of resort benefits. Employees get to take advantage of our 4000+ acre playground including skiing, golf, mountain activities, health club membership, resort discounts, and more, so it’s easy to share your enthusiasm for Sugarbush with our guests.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Join the Sugarbush Lift Operations team this winter! Lift Operators provide exceptional guest service and are responsible for the safety of our guests while they are loading, riding, and unloading our chairlifts.We are hiring full and part time winter seasonal positions with holiday and weekend availability preferred. This job pays $18-$19.50 per hour depending on experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate chair lift and help guests getting on/off the lift.
• Monitor the operation of the lift continually; notify appropriate personnel of any problems or unusual conditions.
• Perform necessary opening and closing procedures. Complete daily lift log information.
• Maintain lift area using shovels, rakes, etc. Visually inspect the area on a regular basis for safety hazards and appearance.
• Keep the skier traffic flowing smoothly and move/position gate corrals to keep guest lines orderly.
• Positively greet customers at the base of the lift and to monitor RFID passes.
• Help with training of new employees.
• Answer a variety of questions regarding the resort and ski conditions.
• Follow all safety guidelines as instructed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess basic reading and writing skills and have excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to work in an efficient and alert manner and strictly observe safety and operational procedures.
• Must be able to engage with customers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
• Must be comfortable working for long periods of time in changing weather conditions; i.e., rain, snow, wind and/or cold.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be comfortable standing for a full work shift.

Sugarbush Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer