The Lift Operator position is responsible for the daily set up, closing and safe operation of your assigned chairlift or conveyor during the winter operational season. Responsible for scanning tickets and passes, maintaining an orderly lift line, and directing guests, while providing quality customer service.

Essential Function of the Job

• Assume responsible charge of the lift
• Conduct all safety checks
• Maintain ramps and maze areas to standards
• Able to confidently and clearly communicate to a large crowd of guests
• Check tickets and passes, and assist with any issues that arise
• Advise and assist guests using the lift
• Maintain orderly passenger traffic within lift area
• Immediately inform Lift Supervisor or Manager of any condition or occurrence which may adversely affect the safety of the operation

Non-Essential Functions of the Job

• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Assist in mountain rescue efforts, as necessary
• Perform other related tasks, as necessary
• Present a professional and positive image of the company while interacting with guests and other Bogus Basin employees

• Passionate about Bogus Basin’s Mission
• Ability to stand, balance, walk, and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to use hand tools including a rake, pulaski, shovel, and broom
• Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds above shoulder level
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours a day
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to work mid-October through mid-May.

Working Conditions

• Majority of time spent in an outdoor environment
• Position is regularly exposed to inclement weather
• Vibration and noise are present in the work environment

Personal Appearance

When in the public eye, your personal appearance is an important part of the product we offer our guests. You should come to work neatly groomed and in uniform. In addition to the uniform jacket, lift operators need the following equipment:

• Black ski or snowboard pants
• Gloves or mittens, durable and in good repair
• Helmet and eyewear
• Thermal wear, sufficient clothing for warmth
• Appropriate equipment for alpine skiing/snowboarding that is up-to-date, in good repair and in safe working condition

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bogus Basin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.