Snow Bowl Ski Area Associate, Lift Operations (26-27 Season S00600)

Middlebury College•Hancock, VT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides all aspects of functions to support mountain operations at the Middlebury College Ski Areas at all times providing friendly and professional customer assistance. This is a part-time, hourly, non-benefits eligible position. The starting wage for this position is $18.90 with increased wage for each returning ski season. Some hours are eligible for shift differential for nights and weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
No specific experience required
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends
Basic computer skills beneficial
Basic First Aid is beneficial
Lifting 20 -30 pounds frequently, occasionally 50 pounds and able to pull 100 pounds occasionally
Work environment is outdoors in the winter
May have Extended periods on foot in rugged terrain

Responsibilities

Operating the ski lift controls to start, stop, slow down, or speed up the lift in response to operational needs and emergencies
Assisting passengers with safe loading and unloading from the ski lift, including providing instructions and physically helping when necessary
Monitoring the ski lift for any safety issues or problems
Supporting base lodge operations, lift operations, snow removal, event set-up and cleanup, truck loading and unloading, and trash/debris removal
Perform work assignments according to established procedures, practices, and policies
Reports all safety hazards or violations, and problems to supervisor
Communicates effectively and appropriately, with individuals of diverse backgrounds
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors to assist department in obtaining and maintaining its mission
Provide race and event support
Assist with search and rescue within ski area boundaries