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Summary Pottawattamie County Conservation is seeking enthusiastic and safety-conscious individuals to join our team as Chair Lift Operators for the upcoming ski season. This is a seasonal position that runs from November through March, or the duration of the ski season. Individuals in this position will be responsible for operating a chair lift and assisting guests to safely get on and off the chair lift. Must meet the expectations of guests, while keeping guest safety a priority. Maintain snow surface at loading and unloading areas as needed. Individuals in this position are overseen by the Site Manager and the Mechanical Operations and Maintenance Manager. This role is vital in ensuring a positive and safe experience for the guests at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock this season. Don't miss out on the adventures at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock this winter! Essential Functions Prepare loading and unloading ramps both before the lift opens for guests and after it's closed. Dress accordingly to be able to perform job duties all day in an outdoor environment during the winter months. Perform correct procedures for starting, slowing, and stopping the chairlift. Ability to make very quick decisions for safe operations for guests. Assist small children when requested by adults. Help both adults and children safely get on and off the chair lift. Place stanchions and rope lift mazes to help facilitate crowd flow in and orderly fashion. Install safety signs before chair lift opens and remove after closing. Must be polite and helpful to all guests regardless of their ski/snowboard ability level. Work with other departments when needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Knowledge, Experience, and Ability General knowledge of skiing and snowboarding as well as a chair lift. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and good rapport with individuals of all ages including supervisors, colleagues, children, and the public. Demonstrates ability to work as a team and can foster a positive, fun, and safe work environment. Essential Education, Certification, and/or Licenses Must be eighteen (18) years old at the time of hire. Must be reliable, punctual and have own transportation. Must be able to work in a cold environment for extended periods of time. Flexibility to work during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Apply Online Department Conservation Salary $14 - $17/hour Job Type Seasonal Location Crescent Hill at Hitchcock; 17026 Snowhill Lane, Honey Creek Posted 8/1/2026 Apply Online