The posting
Position Overview
Take the lead at Cooper Spur Ski Area as the Lift Operator in Charge! You’ll help oversee daily operations at the Homestead lift, supporting the crew and ensuring guests enjoy safe, smooth, and welcoming rides up the mountain.
This hands-on leadership role combines lift operations, team support, and guest service in a dynamic outdoor environment. You’ll help maintain safety standards, communicate operational updates, troubleshoot issues, while keeping the lift area running efficiently - even when winter weather and busy days bring added challenges.
We’re looking for a dependable, safety-minded team player with strong communication skills and the confidence to help lead others. If you enjoy working outdoors, thrive in a fast-paced mountain environment, and take pride in creating a great guest experience, this could be the role for you!
This is a part-time, seasonal position
Qualifications & Experience
Must be 18 or older Must commit to work weekends, holidays, and evenings Must have reliable transportation for winter road conditions Excellent guest service and communication skills High school diploma or equivalent Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Experience in ski area operations Previous supervisory or leadership experience
Compensation:
Wage: $19.69 – $22.80 Hourly
Perks:
Local Housing Resources. Subject to Eligibility Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear Buddy 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 Eligible Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses Access to Team Wellness Programs Team Appreciation Events/Dinners Click here to learn more about our team member perks
Videos:
Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel



