Job Purpose

The Lift Operator primarily oversees the smooth and effective operation of an assigned lift station, including the monitoring and operation of lift machinery and same lift station. 

Shifts: You will have to be open for Weekday, Weeknight, Weekends 

Pay: $12.00/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist all guests in the safe loading and unloading of the ski lift
• Provide instruction and superior customer service to all those coming into contact with
• Slow chairs to ensure comfort and safety of passengers loading and unloading
• Slow or stop the lift as necessary
• Maintain load/unload ramps, areas around lift by shoveling and/or raking snow
• Ensure all chairs are clear of snow, ice and/or grease before loading passengers
• Identify potential hazards and report immediately
• Familiarity with all policies, procedures and rules regarding operation and riding ski lift
• Ensure they are followed by all customers and staff
• Implement emergency procedures, including contacting ski patrol
• Perform daily pre/post operation inspections and procedures
• Assist in evacuation of disabled lift if needed
• Check to ensure every skier/snowboarder has valid day ticket/season pass prior to boarding lift
• Answer guest questions
• Maintain cleanliness of lift shacks, removing trash when necessary
• All other job duties as assigned.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. 

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be physically able to assist customers while getting on/off lift
• Must be psychically able to clear snow or ice
• Work well with a team 
• 18 years of age 
• Work well with a team
• 18 years of age 

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience and/or Training: No experience necessary

Licenses/Certificates: N/A

Technology/Equipment: Ski Lift

Marquette Mountain is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.