Lift Operator

Position Overview

Be part of the team that gets everyone up the mountain! As a Lift Operator at Mt. Hood Meadows, you'll play a key role in creating safe, efficient, and memorable experiences for our guests. From helping guests load and unload to operating the lift and keeping your station ready for the day, you'll be one of the friendly faces that helps set the tone for a great day on the mountain.

You'll operate your assigned lift, monitor loading and unloading areas, communicate with guests and your team, and respond appropriately to changing weather, snow, and operational conditions. You'll also help maintain lift stations, remove snow, manage guest traffic, and follow established operational and emergency procedures. This is a hands-on position where safety, awareness, communication, and good judgment matter every day.

If you love being outside, enjoy working with people, and want a job that puts you right in the middle of the mountain experience, this could be a great fit. You'll work alongside a team that knows how to spread the Perpetual Stoke - while enjoying the views, fresh air, and unique rhythm of life on the mountain.

This is a part- or full-time, seasonal position

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Age 18Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and team membersAbility to stand and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions for up to 10 hours per shiftAble to provide effective snow removal and snow work as neededAble to work effectively in a team environmentMust be able to commit to working weekends and holidays during the winter seasonHigh school diploma or equivalentMust be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal businessAdvanced level skier or snowboarder to be able to work at North Side or upper mountain lifts

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Previous lift operations experience

Compensation:

Starting Wage: $18.99

Perks:

Local Housing Resources. Subject to EligibilitySki/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependentsDon't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family memberFree Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental GearBuddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)Affordable Employee Daycare - ERDC EligibleSpecial invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailersEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & SandySummer Seasonal Job Connections with Local BusinessesAccess to Team Wellness ProgramsTeam Appreciation Events/DinnersClick here to learn more about our team member perks

Videos:

Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel