Fork Lift Operator jobs in Boulder, CO

Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, CO.

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Who We Are: Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. is known as the friendliest mountain destination in the world, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our employee satisfaction scores top the charts and we have employees who choose to work for the resort for 2, 5, 10, 20 plus years. Fair warning, starting a job at Steamboat could lead to endless fun, lifelong friendships, and a rooted sense of community.

Who We're Looking For: Friendly folks who want to work at the best ski resort, play in Champagne Powder and meet friends from around the world. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment and our communities. If you like to provide incredible guest service with a friendly attitude, you're ready to join our team. If your dream job includes skiing and riding, interacting with guests, rewarding work, free concerts, fireworks, employee parties and more-we'd love to hear from you

Perks & Benefits: All Steamboat employees are eligible for a Steamboat and Alterra Mountain ski pass for you and eligible dependents, competitive compensation, free bus passes to surrounding areas, retail/rental discounts, food & beverage discounts, industry pro deal discounts, friends & family discounted tickets (subject to restrictions, reservations and/or blackout dates.) Steamboat also offers a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, (eligibility rules apply), Employee Assistance Program, and a chance to learn and advance within Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. Steamboat employees are also eligible for discounted tuition with partner online universities for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education. Employees who are Year Round (Full-Time or Flex Year Round) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, legal plan, pet insurance, PTO and Vacation, Paid Parental Leave, health saving account with employer contribution as well as the perks and benefits that all Steamboat employees enjoy.

Our parent company Alterra Mountain Company headquartered in Denver, Colorado is a collection of iconic year-round resorts, the world's largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world.

A career with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation is more than what you do today; it's being part of creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating the legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring to everyone.

BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees.
• Discounted skiing riding for friends and family of eligible employees
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Free regional bus pass

• Guest service - greeting, welcoming, and providing information to our guests (verbally, message boards, weather, conditions, etc.)
• Efficient and safe operation of the lifts
• Appearance at the lift areas (maintenance of the lift houses, snow on the ramps and in the maze, employee appearance, trash removal)
• Knowledge of assigned lift(s) machinery (control system, braking system, auxiliary unit)
• Inspections of the lifts and areas
• Complete required log sheets daily and other documents as needed
• Control and organize guests in the maze
• Refuse transportation to those without tickets or intoxicated individuals
• Slow or stop lift for adverse weather conditions or to avoid accidents
• Familiarity with special mountain events
• Knowledge of emergency plans; evacuation, fire, lift incident, lightning, unexplained stops, serious injuries, etc.
• Compliance with all company policies, safety and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
• Other duties, as assigned

• Complete required documentation in an accurate and legible manner
• Self-motivated, responsible, and independent with a neatly groomed appearance
• Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers, and management consistent with Steamboat Ski and Resort Company's Service Excellence standards
• Adhere to all safety policies
• Must be minimum 18 years of age
• GED or High School Diploma required
• Must be authorized to work in the US or have a valid work permit
• The skill to complete snow grooming, much like landscaping
• Deal with conflict and difficult situations in a busy environment
• Positions require working weekends and holidays as needed

• Shovel, scoop and rake snow
• Stand for long periods of time
• Work in extreme weather conditions
• Must maintain a professional well-groomed appearance
• Read, write, and communicate verbally in the English language
• Perform back and forth twisting motion required to load chairs or gondola cabins
• Must be comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Ski or snowboard experience is helpful but not required
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.