Entry Level Ski Lift Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $15.38 Hourly
Location : Juneau
Job Type: Eaglecrest Limited
Job Number: 202600805
Department: Eaglecrest
Opening Date: 01/28/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Number: 146020, 146176, 146195
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
Pay Range: 4
Hours Per Week: 40
Telework Availability: Not Available
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.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
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 BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
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.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
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.
Typical Responsibilities
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.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Supplemental Information
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager(s): Nate Burnor
Phone Number: 907-790-2000 Ext. 4312
Email:
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.
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
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EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • No cost employee only plan available
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
  • Additional optional coverage available
  • Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
• Optional group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Short-term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
  • Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
  • Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • 21 days of PL within first year of employment
  • Personal leave includes Sick leave
• Twelve paid holidays a year
• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .
Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools