Lift Operator - Summer 2026 Seasonal - Full Time

Alterra • Steamboat Springs, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Come enjoy a fun summer experience in Steamboat! Gondolas will be running this summer to transport mountain bikers and foot passengers. We are looking for full time Lift Operators. Days worked include 4-5 days per week, 30-40 hours per week with some night operations, including weekend work.

Requirements

• Must have positive guest relations and work well with a small crew
• Previous work history/education preferred.
• Previous lift operation experience preferred
• Complete required documentation in an accurate and legible manner
• Self-motivated, responsible, and independent with a neatly groomed appearance
• Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers, and management consistent with Steamboat Ski and Resort Company’s Service Excellence standards
• Adhere to all safety policies
• Read and comprehend lift operations manual and guidelines
• Must read, write, and communicate verbally in the English language
• Must be minimum 18 years old
• Stand on hard surface and often for long periods of time
• Climb above ground on lift equipment
• Lift a minimum of 30 lbs and/or push large objects (bikes, wheelchairs, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily operation of the lift, pre-operational inspections, loading/unloading of guests and bikes, maintaining the work area, and other jobs assigned
• Guest service – greeting, welcoming, and providing information to our guests - verbally, message boards, bike maps, etc.
• Efficient and safe operation of the lifts, vehicles in the summer
• Appearance at the lift areas - lift houses, ramps, maze, personal appearance, trash removal
• Knowledge of lift equipment, ticket gates, and scanners
• Inspection of the lifts
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees
• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
• Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Free regional bus pass

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed