Lift Attendants 2026/27

Fresh Powder•Pittsfield, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bousquet Mountain is committed to making our work environment more diverse, equitable, and inclusive by never discriminating against race, religion, color of skin, gender, gender identity, sexuality, disabilities, age, national origin, and veteran status when hiring candidates and within our place of work. We believe that a range of lived experiences, voices, and perspectives directly contribute to the success of our team. Full-Time and Part-Time seasonal positions available for Day shifts and Night shifts. A Bousquet Ski area lift attendant plays a vital role in the safe and efficient operation of ski lift systems. They are responsible for assisting guests as they load and unload from the chairlifts and carpet lifts. Lift attendants ensure that lift operations adhere to safety standards while providing friendly and helpful guest service. This position requires alertness, physical stamina, and excellent communication skills, as it often involves working outdoors in harsh winter conditions.

Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights (often up to 50 lbs), and work outdoors in cold, snowy, and windy conditions.
Keen observational skills to monitor guests and lift operations and to quickly identify potential hazards.
Ability to interact professionally and courteously with guests and coworkers, sometimes under stressful conditions.
Willingness to work collaboratively with other staff and management to ensure smooth operations.
Ability to handle unexpected situations calmly, such as mechanical malfunctions or guest injuries.
A friendly, approachable demeanor and a genuine desire to assist guests in having a safe and enjoyable experience.
Familiarity with machinery and simple troubleshooting is beneficial.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet skiers and snowboarders, answer questions about the resort or lift system, and provide information regarding lift safety and loading procedures.
Help guests, including children and those with special needs, board and disembark lifts safely and efficiently. This sometimes involves physically assisting individuals.
Observe the function of the lift, watch for hazards, and maintain a clear loading and unloading area. Lift attendants must remain vigilant to ensure no obstructions or unsafe behavior occurs near the lifts.
Respond calmly and efficiently in case of a lift stoppage, guest accidents, or other emergencies. Attendants must be familiar with evacuation protocols and first aid basics.
Maintain constant communication with other lift attendants, operators, and supervisors via radio or direct interaction to relay information about operating conditions, guest behavior, and any incidents.
Perform basic cleaning and maintenance tasks such as de-icing chairs, shoveling snow from loading/unloading zones, and checking safety bars for proper function. Assist in pre-operations checks and post-operation shut down procedures.
Politely enforce resort rules and safety regulations, such as helmet use or weight limits, and address unsafe practices as they arise.
Log lift operation details such as start and stop times, incident reports, and maintenance activities as required by resort policy.
Complete all required training to include on-line and on the job training as approved by management.
All Bousquet Mountain employees are required to perform alternate functions from time to time, both within and outside of their assigned department, particularly during peak periods such as holiday weekends.