Lift Operator - Winter Season

At 67 miles away, Winter Park is the closest ski resort to Denver. With easy access to 765,000 acres of public land, Winter Park is home to endless adventures. Whether you are looking to have your first taste of a winter season or to build a long-term career, we have something for everyone.

Benefits

• Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts
• Discounted friends & family tickets
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and paid parental leave for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4%
• Mental health resources for all employees
• Food & beverage and retail discounts
• Onsite employee childcare based on availability
• Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more

About the role

Lift Crew members will play a key role in safely transporting guests to experience the world-class terrain of Winter Park Resort. As a member of the Lift Operations Crew, Crew Members are tasked with the safe operation of Lifts, Platter, and Conveyors, all while providing every guest with excellent service. The position requires a positive attitude, a willingness to help guests and fellow crew members, a passion for the outdoors, and a high alpine environment. The successful Lift Operations Crew Member will learn all required knowledge, bring a positive attitude each day and help continue Winter Park Resort’s reputation of industry-leading friendliness and helpfulness. When done well, the position of Lift Operations Crew Member involves positive guest interaction and plenty of skiing and riding throughout the day.

Pay

Starting hourly pay: $19.50 per hour

Responsibilities

• Operate all lifts by CPTSB, ANSI B-77, and USFS Rules and Regulations
• Be alert for hazards and potential hazards involving passengers, employees, and machinery. Consistently follow safety procedures and utilize appropriate safety equipment
• Follow Winter Park Resort and Lift Department policies and procedures
• Attend safety meetings
• Create and maintain a friendly, congenial, and helpful attitude while effectively providing our skiing guests and other employees with assistance, information, and/or directions
• Effectively handle first-line conflicts and grievances with guests
• Maintain a positive working atmosphere that encourages teamwork, cooperation, and communication
• Perform opening procedures, daily operational inspection, and complete Lift Log as delegated by a crew leader and/or Supervisor
• Follow loading and unloading procedures for passengers including those with special needs (i.e. NSCD participants, Ski & Snowboard School participants, and children)
• Keep lift area and lift cabins neat, paying particular attention to housekeeping, ropes, barriers, ramps, corrals, tool storage, snow removal, and ski tip clearance
• Keep trail maps and tissue dispensers full
• Complete lift logs and lift incident forms neatly, accurately, and timely
• Communicate with Lift Supervisor for updates on schedule changes, memos, policy changes, and special events
• Become familiar with basic day-to-day sounds and the appearance of the lift and lift components. Immediately notify dispatch of any changes
• Maintain uniform and appearance standards in accordance with Lift Department guidelines
• Perform ticket validation duties when assigned
• Be a Winter Park guest relations representative. Project a desirable image that reflects favorably upon the incumbent, this position, and the ski resort
• Keep ample supply of Lift Incident Reports, Lift Logs, etc. on hand
• Perform other duties as directed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Guest service experience desirable

Physical demands and working conditions

• This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Mountain Environment: The primary physical environment is outdoors with high exposure to cold, snow, wind, rain, bugs, sun, high altitude, extreme heights, lightning, etc.
• High degree of strenuous activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds throughout the day
• Additional strenuous physical activity includes walking or hiking upon uneven, challenging terrain with heavy tools or equipment
• Exposure to chemicals required for cleaning, de-greasing, and painting
• Ultra Violet radiation from the sun enhanced through lack of atmospheric filtration at work altitude
• Fumes produced in activities ranging from cleaning to painting to fabrication of metal products
• Noise generated by snowmobiles, lift equipment, and tools may require hearing protection
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other employees
• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.