Lift Ops - Supervisor

Position Overview

Mt. Hood Meadows is seeking a passionate, safety-minded, and guest-focused Lift Operations Supervisor to join our mountain operations leadership team. In this dynamic role, you’ll oversee multiple chairlift crews and help ensure lifts operate safely, efficiently, and consistently while delivering an exceptional experience to our guests. You’ll be a visible leader on the mountain, setting the standard for safety, professionalism, teamwork, and great guest service.

As a Lift Operations Supervisor, you’ll lead and support Lift Operators in Charge, Lift Attendants, and Leads while working closely with Dispatch, Patrol, Grooming, Lift Maintenance, and other resort departments. You’ll train and coach employees, monitor safety and operational procedures, respond to lift incidents, manage staffing and overtime, and help keep crews, equipment, lift areas, and documentation ready for daily operations. From coordinating snow work and grooming needs to communicating changing mountain conditions and helping resolve guest concerns, you’ll play a hands-on role in keeping the mountain moving.

This is a full-time, seasonal leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced mountain environment and knows how to balance people leadership with operational precision. The ideal candidate is an experienced supervisor who can make sound decisions under pressure, communicate clearly over the radio, adapt to changing conditions, and lead by example in challenging winter weather. If you’re ready to lead from the front, develop a strong team, and make a visible impact on the mountain every day, this is an opportunity to be at the heart of Lift Operations at Mt. Hood Meadows.

This is a full-time, seasonal position

Qualifications & Experience

Previous Supervisory experience
Advanced understanding of chairlift machinery
Minimum Age 18
Able to be insured to drive company vehicles
Excellent guest service skills
Must be able to commit to working weekends and holidays during the winter season
Strong grasp of the English language and excellent communication skills
Strong communication, verbal and written, including clarity and protocol with 2-way radios
High school diploma or equivalent
Able to provide effective snow removal and snow work as needed
Able to work effectively in a team environment
Intermediate or above ski or snowboard ability
Able to maintain a dependable attendance record
Reliable transportation plan for winter road conditions
Able to perform all of the duties of Access Leads, Lift Attendants, and Operators in Charge
Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business

Compensation:

Wage: $21.83 - $26.68 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
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