About the role
Seasonal
WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS
Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington!
Here at Crystal, it’s more than our work. It’s our passion for the guest experience, the outdoors, and the community that bring us together at the end of the tree-lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it’s an experience you just don’t get anywhere else. Events are always on the calendar and friends are always down to play. Work in the beautiful National Forest, neighboring Mt. Rainier, as a premier Ikon Pass destination with a whole lot of stoke to share.
JUST LIKE THE TREES, WE ARE GROWING!
Apply today to grow your mountain roots with us— whether you are looking to escape the city, expand your skills, or progress in the ski industry, we have a variety of roles for hard-working and enthusiastic team-players. Find your line, join our team!
BIG PEAKS, BIGGER PERKS
Employee perks:
Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts)
+ Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
Discounts on Food & Beverage
Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
Free Crystal branded swag
Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
Discount Marketplace
Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
Employee-only Night Skiing events
Employee
Housing Available for eligible positions
Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
Group health insurance for eligible positions
401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment
Position Title:
Lift Operator
Business Unit
Mountain Operations
Position Reports to
Lift Operations Manager, Lift Ops Supervisors, Lift Ops Lead
Positions Reporting to this Role
None
Location
Crystal Mtn.
Washington
Wage Range
20.00
-21.50
RESORT OVERVIEW, CULTURE AND VISION
Crystal Mountain, the Pacific North West’s premier destination for skiers, snowboarders, and summer adventurers. We are part of the Alterra Mountain Company family of resorts. A career with Crystal Mountain is more than what you do today; it’s being part of creating a community rooted in the spirt of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring everyone.
Who we are…
- Crystal Mountain’s Mission is to deliver exceptional service and adventures worthy of our extraordinary mountain terrain and beauty.
- We appreciate effort but value performance
- We build relationships by acting with integrity
- We communicate & decide through collaboration
- We protect our environment to ensure our future
- We have fun doing what we do
JOB SUMMARY
Safely and efficiently
- operate
- a ski lift ,
- assist
- guests in safely loading and unloading the chairlift,
- conduct
- crowd control
- at
- lift lines ,
- and
- enthusiastically
- and professional ly
- interact with guests .
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Safely and efficiently
- operate
- a
- ski lift
Be attentive at the load and unload terminals
; watching not only ramp, but all areas around your station
Perform
- opening procedures at the ski lift and
- lift
- maze
- A ssisting
- guests of all ages and abilities to load and unload chairlifts
- safely
Enthusiastically interact with guests
at every opportunity
Prepare and
- maintain
- a safe
- and aesthetically pleasing
- workspace throughout the day as conditions change (shoveling, raking, moving snow)
- by completing physically demanding tasks
Complete required
- document ation
- such as daily logs and other documents as needed ,
- legibly and accurately
Work
- independently or in groups to
- accomplish
- daily job-related tasks
Maintain the lift chairs
- by removing
- snow ,
- ice , and precipitation
- for guests
Perform
- closing procedures at the ski lift and
- lift
- maze
Conduct/manage
- c rowd
- c ontrol
- in lift mazes
Present yourself with a
- professional appearance and demeanor
- Be respectful to all employees
- and guests
- at all times
Follow all skiing policies
and codes
Must be dependable
and reliable
This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this resort and position, the responsibilities of this position may change.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILL
AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Must be 18 or older
Ski/Snowboard experience preferred
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Must be self-motivated and able to maximize use of time and resources
Previous
lift operation experience desired
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is
- required
- to work
- early
- mornings,
- evenings ,
- weekends ,
- holidays , and long hours
- while in operation.
- Be able to work flexible work schedules
- Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move a minimum of
- 50
- pounds on an occasional basis.
Perform
- repetitive tasks
- Ability to work for extended periods of time standing ,
- bending, reaching,
- speaking , and sitting
- on a constant basis.
Working outside in extreme
- cold weather , in rain,
- and changing
- conditions for
- long periods
- of time
Comfortable with riding
all
chairlifts and being at heights
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
An Equal Opportunity Employer