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Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States
Onsite
Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities.
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For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lead Lift Operator provides leadership and instruction so others on the crew can complete tasks quickly and effectively. They serve as guides to answer questions, offer insight, and organize responsibilities. They set a positive example for those working with them through exceptional work performance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Responsible for the daily guidance of assigned crew members which includes but is not limited to: Training, coaching, daily operation of the lift, and reporting issues to supervisor.
Daily pre-operational inspections and safe and proper operation of the lift(s)
Awareness and promotion of personal, employee, and guest safety
Coach crew to provide superior guest service
Maintaining ticket security and mitigating ticketing problems
Completing paperwork including logsheets and incident reports
Developing strong working relationships with other departments and crew members
Ensure understanding and compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
Help to maintain consistency within the department and company
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
2 years of previous work history/education required
Minimum of one season Steamboat Lift Operations experience required
Must maintain a professional well-groomed appearance
Communications skills and the ability to train, coach, and praise co-workers
Work independently under minimal supervision with the ability to think quickly and make decisions with good judgment
Deal with conflict and difficult situations in a busy environment
Operate various hand tools, snowblowers, etc.
Maintain positive relationships with guests and staff including management and co-workers
Be a consistent role model for company’s Service Excellence standards
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
GED or High School Diploma required
The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.
Steamboat Springs area base hourly pay range: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be minimum 18 years of age
Must climb and work above the ground and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
Must shovel, rake, scoop, and sweep snow
Must stand for long periods of time
Must perform the back-and-forth twisting motion required to load chairs and gondola cabins
Must lift 30 lbs
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.
Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.
This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.
Employment with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is “at will” meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.
This position is located in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.
