Lift Operator
Vail Resorts · Dover, VT · 6 days ago
$20/hrFull-time
Job Summary
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Lift Experience Team’s Mission
To provide employees and guests with a seamless end-to-end experience from maze entrance to lift unloading.
Job 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 that 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;
- Maintain a safe work area and cleanliness of lift shacks; remove trash when necessary;
- A Lift operator team member is a flexible employee within the Lift Experience department who takes on additional training to support ticket scanning;
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- No experience is necessary, we train all lift operators (including 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.
Employee Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
- Referral Program
Job Specifications
- Starting Wage: $20/hr
- Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
- Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Skill Level: Entry Level
- Housing Availability: No