Rental/Retail Hybrid Associate - Winter 26.27 Seasonal - Full/Part Time
Steamboat Ski Town, U.S.A. is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate, and committed, and we believe that diversity makes us stronger.
Benefits
- Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees
- Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees
- Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees
- Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees
- Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage, covering preventive visits, urgent care visits, free telehealth, limited hospitalization, prescription drug benefits, and free multilingual behavioral health
- 401(k) plan with generous company match
- Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees
- Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
- Free regional bus pass
About the role
Multi-talented persons needed! Rental/retail hybrids will perform two or more main duties within their assigned shop, including cashiering, ski and binding fitting, and/or retail sales. Applicants may be considered for any Rental/Retail shop location based on need, skill experience, and skiing ability as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Cover at least two of the four job classifications for the rental and retail department: cashiering, rental ski and binding fitting, demo ski and binding fitting and sales, and/or retail soft goods sales
- Perform binding adjustments using standard hand tools and binding testing machine
- Work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to switch roles often within a single shift
- Retain and relay product information to customers, including safety information pertaining to rental equipment
- Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2 years of previous work history/education required
- Cash handling experience preferred
- Guest service experience required
- Previous computer experience required (Windows, Microsoft Office)
- May be required to pass ski binding certification program
- Must maintain a neatly groomed appearance
- Adhere to all safety policies
- Knowledge of the ski industry preferred
- Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers, and management consistent with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp Service Excellence standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Pay
Steamboat Springs area base hourly pay range: Starting at $18.50 - $20.00 per hour.
Physical Requirements
- Must be a minimum 18 years of age
- Lift skis approximately 20-30 lbs. on a frequent basis
- Communicate clearly in English
- Work in restricted work spaces
- Stand for long periods of time
- Bending or kneeling to fit multiple pairs of boots and skis
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions
- Indoor/Outdoor: Exposure to harsh and varying outside weather conditions
- Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate