Lift Operator | Part Time

Boyne Resorts; New Hampshire; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyne Resorts is seeking a Lift Operator in New Hampshire to assist guests in getting on and off chair lifts and to operate lifts safely. You will inspect before opening, maintain clean ramps, and interact with guests in a friendly, energetic manner.

The role emphasizes safety, courteous guest service, and teamwork within the resort environment, with routine duties including snow/ramp maintenance and policy adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Must be energetic, outgoing, and able to interact with guests in a friendly manner.
• Must follow safety policies and operate with attention to guest safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned ski lift to provide safe uphill transportation for guests and employees.
• Assist with snow shoveling and maintaining ramps and work areas.
• Inspect lift prior to operation and report any issues.
• Familiarize with lifts and trails and assist guests courteously.
• Communicate problems to supervisors and stay safety-minded.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in resort areas and participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Energy & enthusiasm

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Assists guests in getting on and off of chair lifts by operating ski lift including inspection and testing before opening. Must be energetic, outgoing and able to interact with guests in a friendly and fun manner. As a customer focused organization, a crucial part of each employees' job is to get and keep guests.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Lift Operations Supervisor or his/her assistants, operates the assigned lift in accordance with standard procedures and written or verbal instructions to provide safe, quality uphill transportation for guests and employees.
• Assists with the shoveling and raking of snow and ice on a regular basis to maintain proper ramps, corrals and work areas.
• Assists with the inspection of the lift prior to operations start up, which includes emptying trash containers, continually checking the status of marker information boards, tissue dispensers, assisting in the daily checking of switches, chairs, grips and maintaining of ramps and corrals.
• Must become familiar with the area (lifts and trails) and also know the functions of other departments. Advises and assists guests as needed in a courteous manner.
• Must become familiar with resort's policies, safety policies and guest service expectations.
• Communicates problems to superiors, while showing initiative in handling routine matters and emergencies.
• Continually remains vigilant to the needs of both the equipment and the guests and reacts to those needs in the safest manner while maintaining quality service.
• Contribute to team effort by participating in Job Sharing, assuming responsibility for the cleanliness of the resort and safety of guests and employees; participating in safety meetings; accepting diverse assignments; maintain a positive and friendly attitude and demeanor in all internal and external interactions.
• Meet service level objectives and department goals as set forth by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.