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City & Borough of Juneau

Eaglecrest Lift Operator

Juneau, AK

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

Eaglecrest Ski Area - Alaska's Best Kept Secret is Hiring! We are looking for qualified individuals to fill our Eaglecrest Ski Lift Operator positions. We are looking for enthusiastic outdoor guest ...

MOHAWK MOUNTAIN SKI AREA INC

Operator - Ski Lift

Cornwall, CT · On-site

$18.75 - $22/hr

Any and all work directed by the Lift Manager/Shift Supervisor. Greet guest in a friendly manner, provide excellent customer service and share general knowledge of ski area. Shift availability ...

MOHAWK MOUNTAIN SKI AREA INC

Operator - Ski Lift

Cornwall, CT · On-site

$18.75 - $22/hr

Any and all work directed by the Lift Manager/Shift Supervisor. Greet guest in a friendly manner, provide excellent customer service and share general knowledge of ski area.Shift availability ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level ski lift operator in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Ski Lift Operator vs Ski Lift Technician?

AspectEntry Level Ski Lift OperatorSki Lift Technician
Required CredentialsBasic training, safety certificationTechnical certification, specialized training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor ski resort, seasonalIndoor/outdoor, maintenance setting
Employer & Industry UsageResort operations, customer serviceMaintenance, repair, technical support

Entry Level Ski Lift Operators primarily focus on operating ski lifts safely and assisting guests, requiring basic safety certifications. Ski Lift Technicians perform maintenance and repairs, needing technical certifications. While both work in ski resorts, their roles differ in technical complexity and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Ski Lift Operator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 73% Full Time, 2% Temporary, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,327 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Eaglecrest Lift Operator

City & Borough of Juneau

Juneau, AK

$18.75 - $22.25/hr

Other

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Eaglecrest Ski Area - Alaska's Best Kept Secret is Hiring!

We are looking for qualified individuals to fill our Eaglecrest Ski Lift Operator positions. We are looking for enthusiastic outdoor guest service-oriented people who are willing to work in an outdoor environment all day. You should enjoy being around other skiers and snowboarders creating a friendly upbeat atmosphere at the ski lift station. Ski or snowboard experience is a bonus.

The Lift Operations Team is a fun group that has an opportunity to experience many different parts of the mountain. Those that have ski and snowboard experience will to able to ski or snowboard in between lift stations throughout the day. You will receive discounts in the cafeteria, retail shop, rental shop and on ski lessons.

You will be working in various location around Eaglecrest Ski Area at 3000 Fish Creek Road Wednesday through Sunday 8:00am to 4:00pm. Weekends and holidays are mandatory. Overtime pay will be possible during holiday weeks.

You will be responsible for safely operating the ski lifts. This will include maintaining daily operational logbooks maintaining orderly passenger traffic by setting up and taking down lift line mazes. You will be shoveling snow onto and off loading and unloading ramps to main a smooth consistent grade. Ensure that all passengers have proper ski lift tickets by monitoring the RFID ticketing gates. Clearly communicate with guests instructing them when to approach the ski lift for loading.

Education: None

Experience: None

Other: Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions while being on their feet for a continuous period, and be physically able to shovel snow for extended periods of time.

Hiring Manager(s): Nate Burnor Phone Number: 907-790-2000 Ext. 4312 Email: nate.burnor@skieaglecrest.com

This position is open and continuous. We have two (3) vacancies to fill. We are reviewing applicants and inviting qualified individuals to participate in our selection process as they apply. If you have applied after the vacant position is filled, you will be notified. We encourage all applicants who are interested in this position to apply in a timely fashion.

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