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ANAKEESTA

Lift Operator

Gatlinburg, TN · On-site

$16/hr

Maintain a complete overall awareness in the Chondola operating areas to ensure the safety of ... Ensure proper operation of lift. * Monitoring of weather conditions and working with lift ...

Boyne Resorts

Lift Operator

Big Sky, MT · On-site

$19.75 - $23.25/hr

Overview Our Lift Operators are the heartbeat of the mountain, ensuring guests load and unload safely while maintaining a positive, welcoming presence at every lift. This role requires attention to ...

Brundage Mountain Company

Lift Operator

Mccall, ID · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Lift Operator is a full time/part-time seasonal winter position, in which you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of our guests and staff while loading, riding, and unloading the chairlifts ...

Boyne Resorts

Lift Operator

Boyne Falls, MI · On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

This position involves operating ski lifts, assisting guests, maintaining equipment, and providing ... Lift Operation: Operating ski lifts and other conveyance systems, ensuring the smooth and safe ...

Mountain Capital Partners

Lift Operator

Brian Head, UT · On-site

$15.50 - $16/hr

Lift Operator Brian Head Resort - BRIAN HEAD, UT 84719 Salary Range $15.50 - $16.00 Hourly Position Type Seasonal Lift Operator - Winter 2026/2027 Location: Brian Head Resort | Department: Lift ...

MOUNTAIN CAPITAL PARTNERS

Lift Operator

Flagstaff, AZ · On-site

$17.75 - $21/hr

Maintain safety and operating guidelines of lifts and lift ramps as per ANSI B77.1 requirements. Assist in emergencies as required. For example: Lift evacuations, avalanche rescue, reporting guest ...

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The Hermitage Club

Lift Operator

Wilmington, VT

$20 - $22/hr

The Lift Operator plays a key role in delivering exceptional service to members and guests at The Hermitage Club. This position is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of ski ...

Keystone Resort

Lift Operator

Keystone, CO · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Vail Mountain

Lift Operator

Vail, CO

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Ludlow, VT · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Leavenworth, WA · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Keystone Resort

Lift Operator

Keystone, CO

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Okemo Mountain Resort

Lift Operator

Ludlow, VT · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Afton Alps

Lift Operator

Hastings, MN · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Peninsula, OH · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Fairfield, PA · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Whitetail Resort

Lift Operator

Mercersburg, PA · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Vail Resorts, Inc.

Lift Operator

Avon, CO · On-site

$20/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

Vail Resorts

Lift Operator

Wilmot, WI · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly ...

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Lift Operator

Gatlinburg, TN • On-site

ANAKEESTA
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$16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Anakeesta rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Embark on an exciting journey as a Lift Operator, where you'll be at the heart of the action, ensuring the smooth and safe transportation of guests, while enjoying breathtaking mountain views and being an integral part of their magical Anakeesta experience.

Anakeesta is seeking Lift Operators that ensure the safety of guests while riding Anakeesta’s Chondola. Since you’re the first face our guests see as the start their mountaintop journey, it is important that our Lift Operators are smiling and full of energy! Our Lift Operators are also responsible for making sure guests understand how to load and unload from the lift chairs and cabins, safety is of utmost importance!

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of all guests who board the Chondola.
  • Recognize and help those guests who require assistance with chairs and cabins.
  • Anticipate problems while loading and unloading by always watching guests closely.
  • Greet and engage every guest boarding the Chondola with a friendly, inviting, and informative attitude to provide a unique and memorable experience.
  • Operate the lift pedestals after certification to slow or stop the lift if necessary.
  • Ensure guests do not board the Chondola with food or drinks.
  • Maintain a complete overall awareness in the Chondola operating areas to ensure the safety of guests and employees alike while ensuring efficiency is maintained.
  • Assist in the daily set-up and shut-down procedures of the lift and operating areas.
  • Ensure proper operation of lift.
  • Monitoring of weather conditions and working with lift maintenance on weather protocols
  • Assist lift maintenance department with any needs.
  • Complete required daily logs and checklists
  • Monitor the operation of the Chondola continuously and notify the Lift Maintenance team and on-duty management team if unusual conditions occur.
  • Ensure proper set-up and efficiency of queueing area.
  • Answer guests’ inquiries as to park activities and special events
  • Assist in the recovery of lost or dropped items along lift line.
  • Ensuring work areas and lift line are clean and aesthetically pleasing by ensuring no debris are in the area (paper cups, candy wrappers, torn wristbands, sticks, leaves, etc.).
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions including but not limited to rain, sun, heat, snow, extreme cold and wind without protection
  • Always maintain a professional, friendly, and positive attitude
  • Should be able to provide instructions guests
  • Available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements

  • Able to lift 25 lbs., team lift up to 100 lbs; can push, pull, grasp, lift, kneel, stoop, climb, balance, crouch, and crawl
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time

Perks

  • Work with an enthusiastic team and create lasting memories
  • Free parking
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, and vision Insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401K
  • Free admission for employees and their immediate family
  • Employee discounts on food and merchandise
  • Generous pass exchange program with area attractions

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