Ski and Ride Center Staff RETURNING STAFF ONLY - Winter 26-27

Alterra; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra Pass

Employee housing

Childcare discount

Paid sick leave

401(k) match

Pro deals

Medical benefits

Vacation time

Parental leave

Job summary

Schweitzer in Sandpoint, Idaho is hiring for Seasonal positions. This team is known for a friendly, inclusive culture while helping guests with tickets, rentals and Ski & Ride School lessons.

You will handle sales at the POS, upsell products, schedule private lessons, answer calls, and balance cash and card transactions. Perks include a free resort pass, housing options, paid sick leave, and other benefits during the seasonal period.

Qualifications

• Guest service experience preferred.
• Cash handling experience beneficial.
• Basic math and English communication skills.
• Experience using a POS system.

Responsibilities

• Process sales and order fulfillment at the POS, including discounts.
• Sell ski and ride school lessons, lift tickets, and rentals.
• Assist guests in selecting the best product or package.
• Schedule private lessons with Ski and Ride School; use radios.
• Answer phone and return calls for the Ski and Ride School line.
• Balance cash and card transactions.
• Maintain a courteous, helpful guest service demeanor.
• Know Schweitzer offerings including village activities and events.

Skills

Guest service

POS system

Cash handling

10-key typing

Communication

Tools

Point of sale software

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 $16.00

Minimum Age: 16

Background Check Required: No

Driver Verification Required: No

Position Summary

Performs sales transactions for Ski and Ride School lessons, tickets and rentals. Includes cashiering, efficient organization of rental forms, knowledge of rental equipment and lesson programs, accurate and efficient data entry.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Process sales and order fulfillment through our Point of Sale computer system, including processing discounts, coupons and other product specials.
• Sell daily Ski and Ride School lessons, lift ticket products as well as season long products, including seasonal rental equipment and School Group lessons.
• Assists guests in selecting the best product or package to fit their needs. Helps guest fill out appropriate paperwork and enter this information accurately in our point of sale database.
• Works closely with the Ski and Ride School to schedule private lessons and attach lesson to requested instructors properly. Will be using 2-way radios for communication.
• Answer phone and return calls on our Ski and Ride School phone line.
• Balance cash and card transactions within the daily till and point of sale.
• Handle both positive and negative guest interactions with grace and composure. Maintaining a helpful and empathetic demeanor.
• Strong knowledge of Schweitzer and all product offerings including village activities and special events.

Specific Job Skills

License/Certifications- None

Technical- Computer skills required with previous point of sale system experience, cash handling, 10-key typing.

Physical Capabilities- Should be able to stand/walk for full 8 hour shift

Additional- Strong public relations and guest service background and ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Ski and Snowboard experience helpful to be able to assign correct ability levels to guests.

Education/Related Experience

Minimum education required- English reading, writing and verbal communication plus basic math required.

Minimum time in related position- Previous guest service experience preferred.