Retail Associate - Night Skiing Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resort pass

Employee housing

Onsite childcare discount

Paid sick leave

401(k) match

Pro deals

Medical benefits & leave

Job summary

Alterra Mountain Company is seeking a Seasonal Retail Associate for Schweitzer. The role focuses on selling and merchandising mountain sports apparel and accessories, delivering excellent customer service, and supporting storefront operations during peak nights and weekends.

Candidates should be at least 16, with availability for weekend/holiday shifts from 3:00pm to 7:30pm. Basic POS and computer skills are needed to process transactions and assist guests effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Available to work weekends and holidays during Night Skiing Operations 3:00pm–7:30pm.
• Retail cash handling experience helpful; customer service mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional customer service to shoppers.
• Handle cash transactions and balance tills at end of shifts.
• Keep merchandise and displays clean, organized, and visually appealing.
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers effectively.
• Familiarize yourself with Schweitzer facilities to better assist guests.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS literacy

Education

English reading and writing

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) system

Basic computer skills

Job description

Seasonal

Welcome to Schweitzer-where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we're growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future.

Perks include:

• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass
• Employee housing
• Discounted onsite childcare
• Accrued paid sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Great discounts and access to pro deals
• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Employment Status:

Full Time or Part Time Seasonal

Wage Range:

$14.00 to $15.00/hour

Minimum Age:

16

Background Check Required:

No

Driver Verification Required:

No

Position Summary:

The Retail Associate is responsible for the selling and merchandising of mountain sports apparel and accessories. This role requires a basic understanding of the retail industry and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and available to work weekends and holidays during Night Skiing Operations 3:00pm to 7:30 pm.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities:

• Maintain a friendly, professional, and outgoing demeanor with customers and team members.
• Proactively support operational and company needs with minimal supervision.
• Develop and share product knowledge to assist customers effectively.
• Handle cash transactions accurately and consistently; balance cash tills at the end of each shift.
• Keep merchandise and work areas clean, organized, and visually appealing.
• Gain familiarity with Schweitzer Mountain facilities to better assist guests.

Specific Job Skills:

License/Certifications - None

Technical - Basic computer knowledge and comfortable with a computer based point of sale.

Physical Capabilities - Able to stand or walk for up to 8 hours per shift. Will lift 25lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Additional - None

Education/Related Experience:

Minimum education required - English reading writing and communication.

Minimum time in related position - 6 months cash handling position preferably in retail.