Lift Operator: Winter 2025/2026

ARCTARIS SADDLEBACK SKI OPERATIONS LLC•Rangeley, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lift Attendant is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mountain lifts and the guests who use them. Lift Attendants spend their days helping guests, of all skill levels, load and unload from lifts, in an outdoor mountain environment.

Requirements

Strong work ethic and dependability.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Must always remain alert and attentive.
Attention to detail and quick reaction times are necessary.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be 18 years or older.
Withstand constant exposure to extreme weather elements including but not limited to below-freezing temperatures, wind, snow, rain, and sleet.
Stand and walk on slippery and/or uneven snow or icy surfaces.
Lift up to 50 pounds and bump/stall chairs up to 400 pounds traveling up to 450 feet per minute.
Shovel large volumes of snow and/or ice is required.

Nice To Haves

The ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level is preferred.
Previous experience operating a ski lift is preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

Perform daily pre-operation checks of the lift to ensure safe operation and sign documents certifying that these inspections are completed.
Assist with shoveling and raking snow and chopping ice on a regular basis to maintain proper ramps, corrals, and work areas.
Operate the chairlift in a safe and responsible way, complying with all safety protocols and procedures.
Load guests onto the chair in a safe and responsible manner.
Maintain load and unload ramps and areas around all lift stations to ensure clean and safe work/ski environments.
Identify and report any unusual problems or hazardous conditions to a supervisor to ensure the public’s safety.
Maintain knowledge of all policies, procedures, and rules regarding operating and riding a ski lift.
Be aware of all safety components, policies, and procedures for the lift and be able to execute them correctly during daily shifts and in case of an emergency.
Evacuate guests from chairlifts as needed.
Must become familiar with the ski area lifts and trails.
Use all departmentally required PPE.
Advise guests as needed in a courteous, respectful manner.