Lift Operator

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career.

Benefits

• Free ski/snowboard passes for employees
• Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family
• Free ski and snowboard lessons
• 40% retail discounts
• Discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development (Epic Service)
• Referral Program
• Wellness benefits

About the role

The Lift Experience Team’s mission is to provide employees and guests with a seamless end-to-end experience from maze entrance to lift unloading. As a Lift Operator, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You ensure the safety and friendly, efficient travel of our guests and fellow teammates as they navigate premier mountain terrain.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor the safety of passengers while providing instruction and customer service in the safe loading and unloading of lifts; manage the speed of lift as needed
• Operate lift to ensure optimal chair capacity is achieved as determined by Lift Experience guidelines and performance reporting
• Proactively notify maintenance/dispatch of repair or maintenance needs
• Work closely with the Lift Maintenance department to learn the proper operation of lift equipment
• Implement emergency procedures as required, including contacting Patrol
• Ensure lift is ready for operations prior to set up of maze; set up/disassemble lift maze daily according to maze standards
• Follow and perform all company and departmental policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe work area and cleanliness of lift shacks; remove trash when necessary
• Flexible role within the Lift Experience department; may take on additional training to support ticket scanning
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• No experience necessary; full training provided (including for returnees)
• Must be able to make quick decisions/use considerable judgment regarding safety as well as multitask and anticipate issues
• Must be physically capable of assisting guests while loading lifts; may lift up to 40 lbs
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of inclement weather, standing and moving for entire shift on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed
• Must be able to handle high guest volumes in a professional manner
• Must be willing to perform alternate functions from time to time, both within and outside of the assigned area, particularly during peak periods such as holiday weekends
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must pass a background check required by the State of Pennsylvania before beginning work

Pay

Starting wage: $20/hr

Schedule

• Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Full-time and part-time hours available
• 8–10 hours per day
• Weekends and holidays as needed

Housing is not provided.