Do you enjoy working outside and speaking with guests from all over the world? We are looking to recruit Lift Operations Supervisors. Do you have at least one year of experience running chair lifts? You will be stationed on one of our three lift-accessed mountains providing guests access to our world-renowned snow! If this sounds like the ideal work environment, fill out an application to work, live and play where you belong.

Compensation Information:

$26 per hour

Physical Requirement:

Constantly Medium (M), Outdoor in possible Extreme Heat Occasionally Heavy (H), Outdoor in possible Extreme Heat

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.

Accountabilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the daily operation of the lift operations team
• Ensure the proper & safe operation of all passenger ropeways and conveyors
• Supervise all work in accordance and adherence with established safety and inspection procedures, including start-up, obtaining loading clearances, ramp and maze maintenance, daily log sheets, shut down, and post-operational procedures
• Ensure all SPR policies are adhered to, particularly regarding safety, Environmental Management System, and passenger ropeway Z-98 regulations
• Give direction to staff and possess the ability to follow up when necessary
• Respond to lift, guest or staff-related incidents and assist in investigating and reporting accidents and incidents as required
• Supervise the parking lot and tube time operations
• Present yourself with the highest standards of image and appearance with good personal grooming, hygiene, and a clean uniform daily
• Ensure that the staff in your assigned zone meet company standards in dress, appearance, and readiness to work (including staff pass) before leaving the staff room
• Attend all staff safety meetings with timely follow-up on agenda items and minutes to be recorded and filed
• Monitor the timely and safe sign-ins and sign-outs of all staff
• Manage the inventory of all equipment and supplies required for Operations

Ideal Candidate:

• At least one previous season as a Senior Lift Operator at a major destination resort within the last 5 years
• Highly knowledgeable in the operation of passenger ropeways
• Have a strong knowledge of the Z-98 code, BC Safety Act, and regulations applied to passenger ropeways and conveyors
• A team player with proven supervisory and guest service skills
• Self-motivated with a strong personal work ethic and a keen eye for detail
• Proven ability to show up, be consistent, have a good attitude and act with integrity
• Able to work outdoors in all weather extremes and capable of heavy, repetitive work
• Strong skier/snowboarder
• Completed Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract
• Physical fit and free from injuries, able to lift 40lbs for more than a few moments
• Previous experience in Snowmobile operations is an asset
• Lift 150 certification as an asset
• Related Ski Resort Management or Tourism Management education is an asset
• Related experience in Lift maintenance or Outside Operations as an asset

Why join us?

We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests.

Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values.

No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future.

The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy:

• Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes
• Initial entitlement to three weeks of paid vacation
• Benefits plan and additional wellness components, including Health Spending Account and EFAP
• Participation in our RRSP and matching DPSP programs
• Company supported training and professional development opportunities
• Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets
• Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets
• Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
• Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels
• Eligibility for our ‘Pay for Performance’ incentive bonus program (after qualifying period), awarded to top performers

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.