Lift Operator: Free Passes & Safe Guest Service

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Harbor Springs (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Golf and Ski Passes

Downhill Mountain Bike Park Pass

Dining Discounts

Resort Discounts

Free Water Park Passes

Lodging Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Housing Availability

Health Insurance

AllyHealth

Job summary

The Highlands at Harbor Springs is seeking a Lift Operator to ensure safe operation of aerial and surface lifts and assist guests with loading and unloading. You will maintain lift stations, monitor equipment, and promote the resort’s products and guest experiences.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, managing lift lines, shoveling snow, and reporting equipment issues. Training is provided, and long shifts in winter conditions are common.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required; training will be provided.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests in lift lines and at loading and unloading areas
• Operate aerial and surface lifts safely and efficiently in accordance with established safety standards and procedures
• Safely assist guests with loading and unloading from chairlifts and surface lifts
• Monitor lift operations and promptly report equipment concerns or operational issues to the appropriate supervisor
• Assist with managing guest flow and maintaining an orderly lift line
• Maintain a safe and accessible work area by shoveling snow, clearing ramps, and keeping lift stations free of obstructions
• Maintain appropriate snow levels throughout the lift station area
• Provide clear, courteous, and friendly communication to guests and co-workers
• Assist with lift opening and closing procedures
• Set up, maintain, and remove signs, fencing, and lift-line mazes as needed
• Inspect, record, and report the condition of lift machinery and equipment as directed
• Understand and promote The Highlands' products, services, and guest offerings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Highlands at Harbor Springs is seeking a Lift Operator to ensure safe operation of aerial and surface lifts and assist guests with loading and unloading. You will maintain lift stations, monitor equipment, and promote the resort’s products and guest experiences.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, managing lift lines, shoveling snow, and reporting equipment issues. Training is provided, and long shifts in winter conditions are common.