Lift Attendant/Operator - Winter 26-27

Employment Status: Full Time or Part Time - Seasonal       

Wage Range: $15.00 - $16.00

Minimum Age: 18

Background Check Required: No  

Driver Verification Required: No  

Position Summary:

Safety is the primary focus of this position. Responsible for assisting guests on and off chairlifts and maintaining snow surface for the guest’s safety. This position requires a high level of guest interaction.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities:

• The focus is on positive interaction with our guests, safe operation of chairlift equipment and the safety of the guests while they are utilizing our lift system. 
• Maintain lift ramp and snow removal. At times you may be required to physically lift/assist children and handicapped skiers onto chairlifts.
• Position requires maintaining radio coordination with several other mountain operations departments throughout the day.
• You will be required to assist with ticket validations throughout the day.
• Employees may work alone at times throughout the day for up to two hours.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Shovel snow
• Physically lift/assist children and handicapped skiers onto chairlifts.
• Must have extensive knowledge of Schweitzer Mountain Resort facilities and events. 
• Other duties as assigned

Specific Job Skills:

License/Certifications- None     

Technical- None                            

Physical Capabilities- Able to stand outside in all weather conditions and temperatures. Able to assist guests stand up with possibility of lifting 50+ pounds.

Additional- Previous skiing or snowboarding experience is a plus but not required. Good communication skills required; guest service; team spirit attitude.

Education/Related Experience:

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

Minimum time in a related position - Skiing or snowboarding background helpful but not required.

Equipment and Safety/Protective Equipment Used:

Equipment Used: Hand tools, shovels, brooms, Pulaski, rakes, drills, snow blowers, chairlifts.

Gear provided – Helmet, Snow pants, inner snow jacket, and outer shell jacket.

Gear NOT provided – Hat, gloves, base layers, boots, board, skis.