Retail Associate - Night Skiing Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski pass

Employee housing

Onsite childcare discount

Paid sick leave

401(k) match

Pro deals access

Medical benefits & vacation

Job summary

Schweitzer in Sandpoint, ID seeks a Seasonal Retail Associate to sell and merch mountain sports apparel. Availability during Night Skiing Operations 3:00pm–7:30pm and weekends/holidays is required. You will provide friendly customer service, manage cash, and maintain attractive displays.

Minimum age 16 with basic retail knowledge; the role includes perks like staff housing, free ski pass, and pro deals. A great team atmosphere awaits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and available weekends/holidays.
• Basic retail knowledge and commitment to friendly service.
• Cash handling and basic point-of-sale experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sell and merchandise mountain sports apparel and accessories.
• Deliver excellent customer service and product knowledge.
• Handle cash transactions and balance tills at shift end.
• Keep merchandise and work areas clean and visually appealing.
• Gain familiarity with Schweitzer Mountain facilities to assist guests.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Merchandising

POS systems

Education

English literacy

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

• 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 Details

• Employment Status: Full Time or Part Time Seasonal
• 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.

Considered by many as the best skiing in Idaho and the best family-friendly resort in the Pacific Northwest, Schweitzer ranks as one of the nation’s top winter destinations with 2,900 acres of incredible terrain thanks to two massive bowls and renowned tree skiing. Located in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of the northern Idaho panhandle, and only 80 miles from Spokane, WA, Schweitzer overlooks the town of Sandpoint, ID and offers breathtaking views of three states, Canada and the impressive Lake Pend Oreille.

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