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Winter Lift Operator

POWDR


Job Location:

Truckee, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 August 2026 (30 days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Woodward Tahoe (Boreal and Soda Springs) located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain range is a year-round world-class action sports facility with a culture that comes straight from our main product: Fun. If this sounds like the kind of place youd like to work progress and play wed love to hear from you!

Were currently hiring Lift Operators for the upcoming winter season. These are the front-line pros who keep our mountain moving and our guests safe. If you love working outdoors being part of a high-energy team and helping people have the best day ever this is your moment.

This is a Full-Time Part-time Night Operations or Holiday Week help Seasonal position that runs during the winter operating season with employee housing available starting at $325/month.

Perks:

  • Starting pay: $18/hour

  • Health insurance options for ALL employees

  • Employee housing available starting at just $325/month

  • Free season pass to Boreal Soda Springs and all POWDR resorts

  • Full access to the BunkerWoodward Tahoes indoor training facility with trampolines foam pits skateparks and more

  • Discounts on food retail and gear

  • Discounts for friends and family

  • Paid volunteer opportunities

  • Work in a fun supportive mountain-town environment

  • Career advancement opportunities across the Woodward and POWDR network

What Youll Be Doing:

As a Lift Operator youll be responsible for the safe friendly and efficient operation of our ski and snowboard lifts. Youll be the person guests see first in the morning and last on their way off the hill so your energy sets the tone.

Daily Responsibilities:

  • Greet and assist guests in the lift line and at loading/unloading zones

  • Operate aerial and surface lifts according to safety standards

  • Monitor lift function and report any issues to maintenance staff

  • Help manage guest flow spacing and ticket/pass checks

  • Maintain a safe work area by regularly clearing snow and keeping ramps clean

  • Provide clear friendly communication to guests and co-workers

  • Assist with lift opening/closing procedures

  • Jump in to help out with Mountain Operations including Tubing and Ticket Checking

Work Environment & Schedule:

  • Outdoor mountain environment with exposure to snow wind cold and sun

  • Expect early morning weekend and holiday shifts

  • Must be able to stand on your feet in snow boots for extended periods

  • Willingness to work in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs

Who Were Looking For:

  • No prior experience neededjust bring a positive attitude and love for the outdoors

  • Strong communication and people skills

  • Reliable punctual and team-oriented

  • Able to follow instructions and safety protocols

  • Comfortable working at altitude in winter conditions

  • Bonus if you ski or ridebut not required!

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories backgrounds experiences and identities where we all have different in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness creativity and different points of view. Even if you dont think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job wed love to hear from you.


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Required Experience:

IC