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Lift Operator - Summer 2025

Aspen Skiing Company
Aspen Skiing Company Salary
Snowmass Village, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Company Description

With roots dating back to 1946 and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk—creating premium, sustainable, and transformative experiences in recreation, culture, and nature. In addition, the company runs the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts and more than 410 trails. Aspen One is the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality and ASPENX and leverages its influence across all of its business units to advance climate action, community engagement and racial justice. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.  

Job Description

The Lift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mountain lifts and the guests that use them. Lift Operators spend their days helping guests of all skill levels load and unload from lifts in an outdoor mountain environment. This role reports to the Lift Operations Manager.

Job Posting Deadline  
Applications for this position will be accepted until May 1st, 2025 for the Summer 2025 Season.

Essential Job Functions

  • Provide a positive guest service experience while safely loading and unloading lifts
  • Maintain the safe and continuous operation of the lifts for extended periods of time
  • Maintain load and unload ramps in areas around lift stations in various weather conditions
  • Organize the maze to provide orderly and friendly access to the lift; help to manage guests for efficient loading
  • Perform daily pre-operation inspections and post-operation shutdown procedures at return stations
  • Remain alert and attentive at all times to assist guests and monitor lift operation
  • Maintain proper communication at all times, including updating lift logs, using lift telephones/radios and communicate with others when necessary about incidents and safety concerns
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

 

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Knowledge of company policies and procedures
  • Proficient customer service experience preferred
  • Ability to understand directions and communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
  •  Ability to be a team player
  • Follows all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when working
  • Ability to engage with guests in a positive and helpful manner

Additional Information

Work Environment and physical demands  

Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand or be on your feet, kneel and bend for extended periods of time.   

Regularly work in adverse conditions and required to use protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials as well as an office environment and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces.  

Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance. 

 Job Benefits:

This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits: 

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.   

  • Paid Time Off Programs 
  • Paid Leave Programs 
  • Employee Ski Pass 
  • Other company perks 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

 

 

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