Lift Operator

Please note, this position is located at Palisades Tahoe Resort in Olympic Valley, CA

Seasonal

Palisades Tahoe

We share the spirit of these legendary mountains with the world.

Execute efficient and courteous loading and unloading of guests, including ticket scanning, line control, and operating chairlifts, while adhering to safety policies. Role will be exposed to outdoors in winter weather conditions for the duration of the shift. Seasonal full‑time and part‑time positions available. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC's hourly pay range for this position. Base hourly pay range: $18.68 - $24.28 per hour. Other rewards may include short‑term and long‑term incentives and many region‑specific benefits.

• Most jobs start at $20/hour
• Free skiing + riding privileges to 16 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Free lift tickets, plus 50% off lift tickets
• 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Olympic Valley and Alpine
• 30% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Oakley and more

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Provide top-quality customer service.
• Ensure customer satisfaction with friendly service.
• Perform safety checks on chairlifts and maintain safety logs.
• Understand lift mechanics: brakes, electrical systems, mechanical drives.
• Assist with safe loading and unloading of chairs.
• Communicate effectively with lift users and operators.
• Maintain safe snow conditions on ramps.
• Set up and maintain signs, fences, and mazes.
• Monitor area for trash and safety issues.
• Stay alert to surroundings at all times.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and safety awareness.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Neat and clean appearance.
• Punctual and team‑oriented.

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred:
  Prior experience with the public

• Walk, talk, see, and hear regularly.
• Stand or walk for 90 % of an 8‑hour shift.
• Occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 35 lbs.
• Perform occasional squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, and balancing.
• Climb ladders and shovel snow.
• Specific vision abilities: near, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

• Frequent exposure to extreme outdoor weather conditions.
• Exposure to extreme cold, wetness, humidity, blizzards, and storms.
• Moderate noise levels.
• Use of various lift operation equipment.