Lift Operator - 2026/27 Season

Position Type: Seasonal Contract, Part-Time & Full-Time Positions Available Hours of Work: Variable - Monday through Sunday, days and evenings (closed Tuesdays) – Holidays, as required Location: Orono, Ontario Reporting to: Lift Staff Manager and Lift Staff Supervisors Start Date: December 2026 (Training may begin November 2026) At Brimacombe ski area we don’t just offer skiing and snowboarding, we offer a place for all ages to get outside, enjoy the fresh air and create memorable family experiences! We are currently seeking outgoing, customer-focused team members to help us turn everyday visits into wonderful winter memories. As part of our Lift Operations team, you will play an important role in creating unforgettable customer experiences, as well as defining the culture of our team. Key Responsibilities: Being the smiling face at the top of the lift, ready to support our guests on their way to a great run Maintaining safe, efficient operation and control over the lift including accurately completing all required safety checks, logs and documentation Managing lift lines, maze areas and checking tickets/passes, when required Assessing guests needs and lift requirements in a safe and efficient manner Assisting guests in safe and proper riding and unloading of lifts Being a lean, mean snow shoveling machine, because snow happens here...a lot! Delivering support when needed to prevent/resolve customer issues Ready to take on any challenge or help other team members when needed Qualifications: 18 years of age or older Professional, energetic and dependable Customer satisfaction-oriented Must be able to reason and react with quick and thoughtful judgement while remaining calm under pressure Strong communication skills Attention to detail Skiing/Snowboarding experience is an asset, but not required Familiarity with mechanical components considered an asset To Apply: Please complete an electronic application by clicking the APPLY button associated with this posting. We are currently not taking applications in-person. Hiring Timeline: Interviews will be scheduled upon receipt of qualified applications and may be conducted in-person or via a virtual platform. We thank all applicants who respond, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Paid training will begin after hiring. Regular hours will begin in December or January, dependent on weather, start up and agreed upon availability of applicant. Brimacombe is an equal and fair employer. Brimacombe is committed to an environment that is barrier free; if you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Information provided in all applications for employment is treated confidentially and pursuant to Brimacombe's privacy policy. By submitting an application you certify that the statements made by you are true and complete to best of your knowledge. You acknowledge that any misrepresentation made by you in connection with your application will be sufficient cause for rejection of your application or, if hired, for termination. You authorize investigation of all statements contained in your application and release from liability any person or company furnishing such information.

The Lift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of ski lifts, including conducting safety checks and managing lift lines. They also provide excellent customer service by assisting guests with loading and unloading and resolving any issues that arise.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess strong communication and customer service skills. While skiing or snowboarding experience and mechanical familiarity are considered assets, they are not strictly required.

• Paid training

• Customer servicePreferred
• TeamworkPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Safety CompliancePreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Customer service
• Safety compliance
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Skiing
• Snowboarding
• Snow shoveling
• Teamwork
• Energetic
• Composure
• Customer Service
• Operations
• Staff Management
• Loading And Unloading
• Calmness Under Pressure
• Detail Oriented

• Sports & Recreation
• Hospitality
• Customer Service & Support
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• Lift Operator
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• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week