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Looking for employment in the ski industry? HoliMont Ski Resort near Buffalo, New York might just be the place for you. Explore our year-round job opportunities available in Ellicottville, NY and explore what it could mean to become part of this exciting and growing industry.

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Join the HoliMont team

Looking for employment in the ski industry? HoliMont Ski Resort near Buffalo, New York might just be the place for you. Explore our year-round job opportunities available in Ellicottville, NY and explore what it could mean to become part of this exciting and growing industry.

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Specialized Jobs

Lift Operator

The Lift Operator is responsible for the safe loading and unloading of HoliMont’s eight ski lifts.  Lift Operators will assist passengers with loading and unloading. Lift Operators are key staff to ensure a fun and safe skiing and riding experience for our membership and guest.  Successful Lift Operators will enjoy working outdoors and providing top-notch customer service by interacting with all lift passengers.   

Lift Operator

The Lift Operator is responsible for the safe loading and unloading of HoliMont’s eight ski lifts.  Lift Operators will assist passengers with loading and unloading. Lift Operators are key staff to ensure a fun and safe skiing and riding experience for our membership and guest.  Successful Lift Operators will enjoy working outdoors and providing top-notch customer service by interacting with all lift passengers.   

Department/Corporate Entity:

Mountain Operations

Reports To:

Lift Supervisor

Job Duration:

Part-Time or Full-Time

Salary:

$17-$18

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Be on time for your shift, as determined by the Supervisor.
  • Successfully completed training modules on operational and emergency procedures and related equipment needed to perform assigned duties.
  • Operate chairlifts and lift conveyors assigned to them on a specific day.
  • Prepare and maintain safe loading and unloading areas.
  • Advise and assist lift passengers with loading and unloading.
  • Assist in managing lift line flow and loading procedure.
  • Interact and communicate with all members and guests with grace and positivity.
  • Participate in Themed Events as outlined by the Supervisor.

 

NOTE:  All HoliMont employees are required to perform alternate functions from time to time, both within and outside of their assigned department, particularly during peak periods such as holiday weekends. 

Qualifications

  • Lift Operators must be a minimum of 18 years old.
  • Good work ethic and dependability.
  • Excellent Communication Skills.
  • Lift or Mechanical experience preferred.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Willing and able to perform prolonged periods of standing and walking on slippery and/or uneven snow or icy surfaces.

Requirements

  • Work safely in close proximity to heavy equipment and high voltage.
  • Use Personal Protective Equipment as outlined during training.
  • The ability to work in adverse weather conditions including wind, snow, ice
  • Willing and Able to work in wet conditions and very cold temperatures.
  • Shoveling snow and/or Ice required
  • Good communication skills and ability to accurately follow instructions
  • Available as scheduled on Weekends, and Holidays

 

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Rental Shop Technician

The Rental shop technician will assist our membership and guests with rentals, repairs, and tuning. Technicians fit and adjust ski and snowboard equipment accurately, safely, and with an upbeat attitude.  They are eager to learn about winter sports equipment, settings, and ensuring proper binding compatibility and operation.  This position will collaborate with Snowsports School, Administration, and Management to better serve our membership and guests. 

Rental Shop Technician

The Rental shop technician will assist our membership and guests with rentals, repairs, and tuning. Technicians fit and adjust ski and snowboard equipment accurately, safely, and with an upbeat attitude.  They are eager to learn about winter sports equipment, settings, and ensuring proper binding compatibility and operation.  This position will collaborate with Snowsports School, Administration, and Management to better serve our membership and guests. 

Department/Corporate Entity:

Slopeside Snowsports

Reports To:

Rental Manager and Ski Shop Supervisor

Job Duration:

Part-Time or Full-Time

Salary:

Starting wage at HoliMont is $15 and increasing based on role, experience, education, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Report to work in a timely manner with a positive approach to each day.
  • Accept training and pass binding certification tests as required.
  • Sell, rent, repair, and tune all winter sports equipment.
  • Assist all members and guests with rental and sales.
  • Verify rental form is completed and signed by all.
  • Support Ski Shop Staff with requested tasks such as cleaning, inventory, maintenance, and management of rental equipment fleet.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Support Rental Manager in all binding testing and equipment repairs.
  • Additional duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

  • Committed to becoming a skilled team member.
  • Committed to improving, learning, and evolving.
  • Honest and Hard Working
  • Eager to learn about rental equipment, repairs, and tuning.

Requirements

  • Necessary handling and movement of ski and snowboard equipment.
  • Tool and Ski Tuning Equipment Use.
  • Use of Respirator, gloves, ear, and eye protection
  • Always respond to members and guests needs positively and open-minded

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the personnel so classified. 

Snow Maker

The Snowmaker is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and snow creation across the mountain. With three shifts that run throughout the day and night, snowmakers get the opportunity to be on the mountain first and leave last. Become an expert on the mountain and get a chance to experience the first snow of the season.

Snow Maker

The Snowmaker is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and snow creation across the mountain. With three shifts that run throughout the day and night, snowmakers get the opportunity to be on the mountain first and leave last. Become an expert on the mountain and get a chance to experience the first snow of the season.

Department/Corporate Entity:

Mountain Operations

Reports To:

Director of Snowmaking

Job Duration:

Full-Time

Salary:

$18 - $21/Hour

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operate snowmaking equipment for creating manufactured snow from water resources
    Produce quality snow using air, water, and fan equipment.
  • Constant relocation of guns and hoses to various areas around the mountain.
  • Adjusting, turning or moving snow guns, sometimes by hand, to maintain snowmaking efficiency
  • Adjusting the water and or airflow to snow guns
  • Document and report mechanical/safety issues, complete maintenance logs, and checklists
  • Perform light maintenance or repairs on equipment
  • Perform other duties as assigned while waiting for optimum snowmaking weather
  • Work closely with and assist other departments such as Grooming, Ski Patrol, Lift Operations
  • Test the quality of snow as it is made, reporting findings and conditions to the supervisor
  • Drive snowmobiles, trucks, and ATVs as necessary

 

NOTE:  All HoliMont employees are required to perform alternate functions from time to time, both within and outside of their assigned department, particularly during peak periods such as holiday weekends. 

Qualifications

  • Good work ethic and dependability.
  • Excellent Communication Skills.
  • Snowmaking experience preferred
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Skiing, Riding, or able to perform prolonged periods of standing and walking on slippery and/or uneven snow or icy surfaces.

Requirements

  • Work safely in close proximity to heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressures
  • Work schedules when optimal temperatures provide for the best snowmaking
  • Work environment – noise levels, temperature, weather exposure, confined space.
  • The ability to work in adverse weather conditions including wind, snow, ice
  • Willing and Able to work in wet conditions and very cold temperatures.
  • Shoveling snow and/or Ice required
  • Good communication skills and accurately following instructions
  • Nights, Weekends, and Holidays
  • Skiing/Riding or walking with bamboo, signs, tools, hoses, etc.
  • Able to safely lift 50lbs

 

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Competition Crew

Competition Crew provides top-notch competitive ski racing, freestyle, and snowboard events to members and guests.  Crew Members will work with the Snowsports Manager and Departments to provide continuity and consistency across all events while instilling a lifelong love for winter sports in all.  Successful crew members will be ambassadors of HoliMont and HoliMont Snowsports.  Snowsports Team Members collaborate with Management and Operations Staff to ensure a top-notch venue, events, and program offerings.

Competition Crew

Competition Crew provides top-notch competitive ski racing, freestyle, and snowboard events to members and guests.  Crew Members will work with the Snowsports Manager and Departments to provide continuity and consistency across all events while instilling a lifelong love for winter sports in all.  Successful crew members will be ambassadors of HoliMont and HoliMont Snowsports.  Snowsports Team Members collaborate with Management and Operations Staff to ensure a top-notch venue, events, and program offerings.

Department/Corporate Entity:

HoliMont Snowsports

Reports To:

Snowsports Director

Job Duration:

Part-Time or Full-Time

Salary:

Starting wage $15.50 and increasing based on role, experience, education, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design, Install, and Maintain Competition and Training Venue, Environments, Courses, and Protective Measures.
  • Promote HoliMont and Snowsports.
  • Assist with Set up, operation, and tear down of competition events.
  • Encourage and Assist Membership and Guests with Ski and Snowboard experience.
  • Assist Snowsports, Rental, and Management with Guest Service.
  • Execute all Competitions with HoliMont Staff.
  • Build, Maintain, and Repair all Events Equipment and Materials.
  • Additional Duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

  • USSS or Equivalent Certification Encouraged. 
  • Snowsports Instruction or Coaching Experience Welcomed.
  • Competition Background preferred.
  • Winter Sports Enthusiast.

Requirements

  • Willing and able to ski or ride outdoors in inclement winter weather.
  • Fit and able to perform skiing or riding while assisting guests with equipment, loading, and unloading chairlifts, and down the mountain.
  • Some Lifting with assisting customers up and around the mountain.
  • Skiing and Riding with Competition Equipment.  i.e. gates, fencing, shovels, rakes, etc.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the personnel so classified. 

General Maintenance and Repair Technician

The General Maintenance and Repair Technician will be asked to complete many different tasks across maintenance, repair, and cleaning.  Technicians are responsible for the safety, appearance, and repair of HoliMont Buildings and Grounds.  Technicians will assist members and guests with general indoor and outdoor awareness, events, and HoliMont knowledge. Successful Technicians will enjoy working indoors and outdoors and providing top-notch customer service by interacting with all members and guests while thriving with changing job duties.   

General Maintenance and Repair Technician

The General Maintenance and Repair Technician will be asked to complete many different tasks across maintenance, repair, and cleaning.  Technicians are responsible for the safety, appearance, and repair of HoliMont Buildings and Grounds.  Technicians will assist members and guests with general indoor and outdoor awareness, events, and HoliMont knowledge. Successful Technicians will enjoy working indoors and outdoors and providing top-notch customer service by interacting with all members and guests while thriving with changing job duties.   

Department/Corporate Entity:

HoliMont, Inc – Buildings and Grounds

Reports To:

GMR Supervisor

Job Duration:

Part-Time or Full-Time

Salary:

Starting wage $15 and increasing based on role, experience, education, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Outside Roles include Snow Removal, including plowing, salting, shoveling, snow blowing
  • Inside Roles include general Janitorial roles, cleaning tables, sanitation, vacuuming, and sweeping
  • General Carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and grounds maintenance and repair.
  • Bathroom Cleaning and Pickup
  • Event Set up and Tear Down
  • Interact and communicate with all members and guests with grace and positivity.

 

NOTE:  All HoliMont employees are required to perform alternate functions from time to time, both within and outside of their assigned department, particularly during peak periods such as holiday weekends. 

Qualifications

  • Good work ethic and dependability.
  • Excellent Communication Skills.
  • Maintenance, Repair, or Janitorial Experience Preferred.

Requirements

  • Willing and able to work in and around crowds and busy traffic areas.
  • Willing and able to perform prolonged periods of standing and walking on slippery and/or uneven snow or icy surfaces for outdoor roles.
  • Shoveling snow and/or Ice required
  • Good communication skills and accurately follow instructions
  • Nights, Weekends, and Holidays available 

 

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Member/Guest Experience Specialist

The Member and Guest Experience Specialist is responsible for providing great customer service to our members and guests.  Successful team members will assist members and guests with information, sales, and service.  The specialist will work closely with the administrative team 0n selling ski lift tickets, retail items, member reservations and requests.  Basic office tasks and additional duties may be assigned when necessary.

Member/Guest Experience Specialist

The Member and Guest Experience Specialist is responsible for providing great customer service to our members and guests.  Successful team members will assist members and guests with information, sales, and service.  The specialist will work closely with the administrative team 0n selling ski lift tickets, retail items, member reservations and requests.  Basic office tasks and additional duties may be assigned when necessary.

Department/Corporate Entity:

HoliMont, Inc

Reports To:

Sales/Membership Director

Job Duration:

Part-Time or Full-Time

Salary:

Starting wage at HoliMont is $16/hr and increasing based on role, experience, education, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Greeting and Assisting Members and Guests at the Front Desk
  • Managing and Processing Member Reservations and Requests.
  • Answering and Transferring Phone Calls
  • Using Basic Office Equipment, Such as Printers, Scanners, and Computers to Perform Office Duties.
  • Conducting Ticket Sales, Printing Tickets, Handling Currency, and Running a Cash Register
  • Data Entry and Administration support.

Qualifications

  • Committed to becoming a skilled team member vested in HoliMont core Values.
  • Committed to improving, learning, and evolving.
  • Honest and Hard Working
  • Must Have Good Customer Service and Communication Skills

 

Requirements

  • Must have basic knowledge with using a computer. Experience using Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel is preferred but not necessary.
  • Available to work weekends necessary.
  • Must be 16 years or older.

General Maintenance

This position involves a high level of Customer Service interaction with members and guests of HoliMont. You will be required to have indoor and outdoor job duties. Must be ok with working in outside weather elements, and can do heavy lifting at certain times.

General Maintenance

This position involves a high level of Customer Service interaction with members and guests of HoliMont. You will be required to have indoor and outdoor job duties. Must be ok with working in outside weather elements, and can do heavy lifting at certain times.

Department/Corporate Entity:

General Maintenance

Reports To:

General Maintenance Manager

Job Duration:

Full-Time or Part-Time/Seasonal

Salary:

$15-$16 Per Hour

Duties & Responsibilities

Outside Duties:

Snow Shoveling

Salt Walkways

Clear Ice from Roof Eaves

Park Cars

Inside Duties:

Clean Public Areas Inside the Buildings

Take Care of Trash/Transport it to Dump

Relocate Tables and Chairs for Special Functions

Some Positions will Require Snowplowing, General Plumbing, and Building Repairs.

Qualifications

Day Shift : 7:00AM- 3:30PM

Evening Shift: 3:30PM – 10:00PM

 

Requirements

Must Have Reliable Transportation to Work

Willing to Work Weekends and Holidays

Good Customer Service Skills

Snowsports Customer Assistant

The Snowsports Customer Assistant is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to our members and guests by being well- informed and accommodatingly respectful.  Our staff must be HoliMont – core- values -oriented, enthusiastic, and cordial. Successful team members will assist members and guests with information, sales, and service.  The assistant will work closely with the administrative team in selling and scheduling lessons. Basic office tasks and additional duties will be assigned as needed.

Snowsports Customer Assistant

The Snowsports Customer Assistant is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to our members and guests by being well- informed and accommodatingly respectful.  Our staff must be HoliMont – core- values -oriented, enthusiastic, and cordial. Successful team members will assist members and guests with information, sales, and service.  The assistant will work closely with the administrative team in selling and scheduling lessons. Basic office tasks and additional duties will be assigned as needed.

Department/Corporate Entity:

HoliMont Snowsports, Inc.

Reports To:

Snowsports Manager

Job Duration:

Part-Time Seasonal

Salary:

Starting wage $15.50 and increasing based on role, experience, education, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Greet and assist members and guests at the Snowsports Office
  • Manage and process lesson requests in person and over the phone
  • Use resort software to schedule and sell lessons
  • Conduct ticket sales, handle currency, and run a cash register
  • Data Entry and Administration support
  • Assist Snowsports Program Supervisors with additional tasks when necessary
  • Accommodate questions and requests from Instructors and Coaches

Qualifications

·       Committed to becoming a skilled team member vested in HoliMont core Values

·       Committed to improving, learning, and evolving.

·       Honest, Hard Working, great Problem Solving skillset

Requirements

·       Must Have Good Customer Service and Communication Skills

·       Must have basic knowledge with using a computer

·       Available to work weekdays and weekends

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