Independent Contractor Boom Lift Operator Jobs in California

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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