Retail Associate - 2026 Summer Season

Alterra Mountain Company • Sandpoint, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Associate is responsible for the selling and merchandising of mountain sports apparel and accessories. This role requires a basic understanding of the retail industry and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and available to work weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
• Available to work weekends and holidays.
• English reading writing and communication.
• Basic computer knowledge and comfortable with a computer based point of sale.
• Able to stand or walk for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Will lift 25lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• 6 months cash handling position preferably in retail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly, professional, and outgoing demeanor with customers and team members.
• Proactively support operational and company needs with minimal supervision.
• Develop and share product knowledge to assist customers effectively.
• Handle cash transactions accurately and consistently; balance cash tills at the end of each shift.
• Keep merchandise and work areas clean, organized, and visually appealing.
• Gain familiarity with Schweitzer Mountain facilities to better assist guests.

Benefits

• Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees
• Additional free skiing + riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents
• Discounted skiing + riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts
• Employee housing available in Sandpoint area
• Onsite employee childcare available (limited space)
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, food, lodging, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for all eligible employees
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Discounts available for equipment rentals (based on availability), retail, food, lodging, and more
• Pro-deal pricing on equipment from top outdoor brands
• Bereavement pay
• Employee transportation available
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED