Lead Lift Operator – CDL Required – Summer 2026 Seasonal – Full Time

Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ®  is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities. 

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
• Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees*
• Free regional bus pass 

*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits! 

For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

POSITION SUMMARY

Summertime is a great time for a Gondola ride!  We are looking for full-time Lead Lift Operators. 

Alternate transportation is frequently required during summer operations, therefore CDL licenses are required for this position. Training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Responsible for the daily operation of the Gondolas, pre-operational inspections, loading/unloading of guests and bikes, maintaining the work area, and other jobs assigned.

• Must have positive guest relations and work well with a small crew.

• Guest service – greeting, welcoming, and providing information to our guests - verbally, message boards, bike maps, etc.

• Efficient and safe operation of the lifts, vehicles, and shuttles.

• Fueling, cleaning, and maintaining company vehicles as needed

• Appearance at the lift areas - lift houses, ramps, maze, personal appearance, trash removal

• Knowledge of lift equipment, ticket gates, and scanners

• Inspection of the lifts

• Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements

• Pre/post-season set-up and tear-down.

• Available to work outside normal winter/summer operating seasons.

• Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of previous work history/education required

• Previous Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation lift experience preferred.

• Must have a valid driver's license and meet insurability standards.

• CDL license required. Training provided.

• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug urinalysis test

• Complete required documentation in an accurate and legible manner

• Work alone for extended periods of time.

• Self-motivated, responsible, and independent with a neatly groomed appearance

• First Aid Certification, preferred.

• Interact and maintain