Seasonal Lift Operations Manager – Lead a Mountain Team

Mt. Hood Meadows; Oregon; On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski pass for employees and dependents

Housing resources subject toeligibil

401k after 500 hours in 6 months

PTO, vacation and sick leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Mt. Hood Meadows is seeking an experienced Lift Operations Manager to lead the team responsible for safely transporting guests across the mountain. You will oversee lift operations, dispatch, gate access, and guest service, while developing staff and managing budgets.

This role blends strategic planning with hands-on problem solving in a dynamic mountain environment. You will help build a safe, efficient, and welcoming guest experience, collaborating with Mountain Operations to continually

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of mountain operations experience, including leadership and technical duties.
• Experience with financial management, particularly workforce planning.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Strong communication, verbal and written, including clarity and protocol with 2-way radios.
• Knowledge of ski area lift operations, RFID gates, and various lift systems.
• Able to be insured to drive company vehicles.
• Intermediate to expert skier or snowboarder.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to commit to working weekends and holidays during the winter season.
• Successfully pass a background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business.
• Strong personnel management, workplace safety, and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lift operations, dispatch, and gate access for guest safety and efficiency.
• Lead and develop assistant managers and supervisors; oversee hiring and training.
• Manage budgets and staffing; drive safety procedures and guest service initiatives.
• Collaborate with Mountain Operations teams to ensure smooth mountain operations.
• Balance big-picture planning with hands-on problem solving in a dynamic seasonal environment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety training

Communication

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Ski Resort Management or Business Administration

Tools

RFID gates

Lift systems

Driving company vehicles

Job description

Mt. Hood Meadows is seeking an experienced Lift Operations Manager to lead the team responsible for safely transporting guests across the mountain. You will oversee lift operations, dispatch, gate access, and guest service, while developing staff and managing budgets.

This role blends strategic planning with hands-on problem solving in a dynamic mountain environment. You will help build a safe, efficient, and welcoming guest experience, collaborating with Mountain Operations to continually