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Sugar Bowl Resort

Lift Operator

Norden, CA

$20.25 - $24/hr

  • Retirement

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski ... assist guests onto/off of the lift as needed Be willing and able to provide excellent customer ...

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Sugar Bowl Resort

Lift Operator

CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Retirement

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski ... and assist guests onto/off of the lift as needed • Be willing and able to provide excellent ...

New

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Vail, CO · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Alterra

Lift Operator

Stratton, VT · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Greet and welcome each guest while loading and unloading the ski lift * Respond to all guest inquiries in a courteous and friendly manner * Follow all lift opening and closing procedures * Ensure all ...

EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC

Lift Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Key Responsibilities: * Operate lift equipment (e.g., forklifts, aerial lifts, ski lifts ... Keep work areas clean and free of obstacles * Assist with other general labor or operational tasks ...

Stowe Mountain Resort

Lift Operator

Stowe, VT

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Park City Mountain

Lift Operator

Park City, UT · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Crystal

Lift Operator, Winter 26/27

Enumclaw, WA

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off * Free ... Lift Operator Business Unit: Mountain Operations Position Reports to: Lift Operations Manager, Lift ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Dillon, CO · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Keystone, CO · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Stowe, VT · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

West Dover, VT · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Attitash Mountain Resort

Lift Operator

Bartlett, NH · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Park City Mountain

Lift Operator

Park City, UT

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Wildcat Mountain

Lift Operator

Gorham, NH

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Stevens Pass Mountain Resort

Lift Operator

Leavenworth, WA · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Kirkwood, CA · On-site

$20/hr

  • Retirement

Employee Benefits • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift ... As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for ...

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How much do assistant ski lift operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant ski lift operator in the United States is $17.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Ski Lift Operator vs Ski Lift Operator?

AspectAssistant Ski Lift OperatorSki Lift Operator
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, lift operation trainingCPR, First Aid, lift operation training
Work EnvironmentAssists with lift operations, safety checks, customer assistanceOperates ski lifts, monitors safety, manages loading/unloading
Employer & IndustryResorts, ski areas, winter sports facilitiesResorts, ski areas, winter sports facilities

The main difference between an Assistant Ski Lift Operator and a Ski Lift Operator is that the assistant supports the primary operator by performing safety checks and assisting with customer needs, while the operator is responsible for the actual operation and safety of the ski lift. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same environment, but the assistant typically has a supporting role.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Ski Lift Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,268 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Lift Operator

Sugar Bowl Resort

Norden, CA

$20.25 - $24/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking energetic Lift Operators to operate lifts in a safe and efficient manner. This role instructs guests on the proper way to ride a lift and assists guests on and off, working outside in all weather conditions, including frequent shoveling of the work area. Strong people skills are essential, as this position involves constant guest interaction. The ideal candidate takes work seriously while still having fun on the job. On-the-job training and certification are required and provided.

Why Sugar Bowl?

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to "sunny California" since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts alike.

Who You Are:

Energetic, friendly, and outgoing with strong customer service skills

Ability to work in a sometimes high-stress, fast-paced environment

Must consider courtesy and safety high priorities

Must be at least 18 years old

Must be able to pass certification course (training provided)

What You'll do:

Be ready to begin work each day at scheduled time

Prepare loading and unloading areas; shovel snow, set signs, clean chairs, set lines, etc.

Perform routine checks of all lift functions

Shovel and/or rake work area as needed; keep area clean and organized

Operate the lift and assist guests onto/off of the lift as needed

Be willing and able to provide excellent customer service to all guests at all times

Act as a courtesy guide for guests; answer questions, handle small problems, and provide general information

Check and scan tickets/passes as needed

Conduct line control to facilitate organized and efficient loading

Complete daily records accurately, as they are legal documents

Implement and enforce the Kids on Lifts program, while maintaining a smooth flow through the lift maze area.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods, often in cold and snowy conditions

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions for full shifts

Ability to shovel and rake work areas frequently, including before, during, and after storms

Ability to assist guests with loading and unloading from lifts, including occasional lifting or stabilizing of equipment

Ability to safely operate lift equipment after completing required certification training

Winter Benefits:

Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1,000 worked hours and one (1) year of service

Paid sick time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Free ski and tubing passes for employees

Free ski passes for dependents

50% off food at our restaurants

Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees

Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends

Lift ticket discounts at multiple resorts including 24 Mountain Collective destinations

Hotel discounts

Employee ski reciprocal programs

Sugar Bowl Resort believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, hair, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender orientation, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

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