Lift Operator

Lift Operator

Bolton Valley Resort – Seasonal Full‑Time and Part‑Time

$15.00/hr - $19.00/hr

Lift Operator assists passengers in the safe loading and unloading of Bolton Valley's six ski lifts, checks lift ticket validity, and provides excellent customer service by interacting with all lift passengers.

• Assist all passengers in the safe loading and unloading of the ski lift
• Provide instruction and superior customer service by interacting and talking to all lift passengers
• Stall chairs to ensure the comfort and safety of passengers loading the lift
• Slow or stop the lift as necessary to ensure passenger safety
• Maintain load and unload ramps and areas around all lift stations by shoveling and/or raking snow
• Ensure all chairs are clear of snow or ice before loading passengers
• Identify potential hazards and report them immediately
• Be familiar with all policies, procedures and rules regarding operating and riding a ski lift and ensure that these are followed by staff and customers
• Implement emergency procedures, including contacting Ski Patrol
• Perform daily pre‑operation inspections and post‑operation shutdown procedures
• Assist in evacuation of a disabled lift
• Check to ensure every skier or snowboarder has a valid day ticket or season pass each time before boarding the lift
• Answer guest questions by being familiar with Bolton Valley's layout, products and services, or by asking someone who can answer the guest's question
• Maintain cleanliness of lift shacks and work area, removing trash when necessary
• Other lift operations duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous customer service and/or laboring experience is preferred
• Intermediate level skiing or snowboarding ability is preferred but not necessary

• Good work ethic and dependability
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

This position works primarily outside and requires prolonged periods of standing and walking on slippery and/or uneven snow or icy surfaces. Must remain alert and attentive at all times. Must lift up to 50 pounds, stall chairs up to 400 lbs, traveling up to 450 feet per minute. Shoveling large volumes of snow and/or ice is required.

Position involves working outside in all weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, wind and rain, on varied snow surfaces. Requires being on your feet for majority of scheduled shift. Some time inside the lift shacks, but inside time still requires alertness and attention to lift and passengers. Varying traffic levels mean some days extremely busy while others slower.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Bolton Valley is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse environment for its staff and guests alike. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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