Guest Shuttle Driver - Full Time, Winter 26/27

Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington! Here at Crystal, it's more than our work. It's our passion for the guest experience, the outdoors, and the community that bring us together at the end of the tree-lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it's an experience you just don't get anywhere else. Work in the beautiful National Forest, neighboring Mt. Rainier, as a premier Ikon Pass destination with a whole lot of stoke to share.

Benefits

• Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts) + Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
• 50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
• Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
• Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
• Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
• Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
• Free Crystal branded swag
• Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
• Discount Marketplace: Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
• Employee-only Night Skiing events
• Employee Housing Available for eligible positions
• Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
• Group health insurance for eligible positions
• 401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
• Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment

About the Role

As a Guest Shuttle Driver at Crystal Mountain, you will transport guests safely and efficiently between parking areas and the resort base using resort-provided buses. This position requires a valid CDL Class B with passenger endorsement and includes responsibility for conducting thorough pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation. Drivers must provide excellent guest service, maintain a professional demeanor, and help create a welcoming and smooth arrival experience for all visitors.

Responsibilities

• Perform a daily pre/post trip inspection on the truck/trailer assigned to you.
• Complete level 1 maintenance on the vehicle such as replenishing oil, windshield wiper fluid, broken chains, and fuel when needed.
• Turn in daily trip inspections to your supervisor or Parking/Transportation Manager so that equipment needing to be pulled out of service can be worked on or replaced by our vehicle maintenance team.
• Obey the posted speed limit inside the Crystal Mountain Ski parking lots.
• Arrive to each shuttle collection point prior to a scheduled departure time.
• Manage passenger behavior for the safety of others and Crystal Mountain shuttle property while in transport.
• Assure that all passengers are safely loaded, seated, and all items are secured either with the passenger or trailer prior to any departures.
• Adhere to the passenger and load capacity for each shuttle trailer.
• Convey passengers to and from predetermined pick up and drop off locations from each parking lot within the Crystal Mountain Ski Resort boundary.
• Assure that all passengers disembark safely before leaving to your next drop off/pick up location.
• Communicate with your supervisor on departure times to avoid parking lot backups.
• Attend required safety meetings and/or training as needed.
• Engage with customers and have working knowledge of the area.
• Report general or driver-related incidents to your supervisor or Parking/Transportation Manager.

Requirements

• Must have valid CDL with a Class B endorsement.
• Must have experience driving in the snow, ice, and extreme weather conditions.
• Must be organized, punctual, and reliable with a positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to get in and out of shuttle multiple times a day.
• Know how to operate 4x4 vehicle with trailer in very tight road conditions.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• This position is required to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays while in operation.
• Strong ability to drive in all types of weather conditions.
• Adapt to daily route changes due to snowpack or large amounts of customers for a specific day.
• Ability to remove or shovel snow off both the trailer and truck assigned to you.
• Conduct level 1 maintenance on a vehicle such as adding air to tires, topping off oil or fuel level, and replacing tire chains.
• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of 20 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time sitting, bending, reaching, and speaking on a constant basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, pushing, and pulling on an occasional basis.

Pay

Wage Range: $28.00 - $30.00 DOE

Sign-On Bonus: Employee will receive an end-of-season bonus of $500, payable upon successful completion of the winter season, provided the employee has fulfilled all contractual obligations and remains in good standing.

Schedule

Full-time, seasonal position. FT Guest Shuttle Driver is a housing-eligible position.