Summer Lift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Summer Lift Operator

Monitors loading and unloading of guests and mountain bikes on chair lifts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Start up and shut off lift as necessary for operations.
• Familiarize guests with the use of the chair lift.
• Observe and assist guests if they have difficulties using the lift.
• Ensure that guests are using lifts properly and safely.
• Check lift tickets and season passes ensuring they're current and valid.
• Load and unload mountain bikes and other equipment.
• Communicate professionally via radio and phone.
• Enforce restrictions (equipment, level of functionality) when loading the lifts.
• Maintain loading and unloading ramps at required specifications.
• Complete daily lift logs or other required paperwork.
• Report lift related accidents or injuries to the manager immediately.
• Report malfunction or other lift issues to maintenance immediately.
• Work effectively as part of the Lift Ops team.
• Assist Maintenance with trouble shooting when requested.
• Assist in solutions to lift related emergencies as necessary.
• Reliability and timeliness required. Arrive on time and ready for the day.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager.

Minimum Qualifications: (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):

• Skilled in providing outstanding customer service.
• Willingness to follow company procedures for promoting a safe workplace.
• Must pay attention to detail and value safety.
• Complete lift operator training prior to working.
• Needs to have a friendly and fun disposition and connect with guests and coworkers.
• Able to communicate clearly using 2 way radios.

Core Competencies:

• Friendly Service: Treat people courteously and respond in a helpful manner.
• Adhere to company policies & procedures and maintain a strong work ethic.
• Teamwork: Interact with team members and effectively put company goals first.

Physical Demands:

• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand, bend, climb, lift, reach, and pull repetitively and for extended periods.
• Be mentally attentive and focused. Exercise situational awareness.
• Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions.