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Lift operations are essential to safety, guest flow, and overall mountain efficiency. The Lift Operations Department focuses on lift management, staffing, training, maintenance practices, operating procedures, and evolving lift technology—supporting teams committed to smooth, reliable uphill transportation.  [widgetkit id=”256″ name=”Lift…

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Lift operations are essential to safety, guest flow, and overall mountain efficiency. The Lift Operations Department focuses on lift management, staffing, training, maintenance practices, operating procedures, and evolving lift technology—supporting teams committed to smooth, reliable uphill transportation.

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2026 RISE UP CHALLENGE Sponsored by Leitner-Poma of America

 A good lift mechanic is hard to find. Leitner-Poma of America wants to help the industry rise up to the challenge of supporting the next generation of lift mechanics.

A good lift mechanic is hard to find. Leitner-Poma of America wants to help the industry rise up to the challenge of supporting the next generation of lift mechanics, with the sixth annual Rise Up Challenge.

The nomination period has closed. Stay tuned for the announcement of participating resorts.

https://www.saminfo.com/contest-awards/rise-up-challenge

 

 

 


CAPACITY MANAGEMENT SERIES: LIFT CONSIDERATIONS

 

In this installment we will take a look at how to measure your real-world uphill capacity at the lifts.  We will also highlight a few considerations for you to keep in mind when it comes to lift queuing and wait times depending on what your state’s capacity restrictions might be.

View all four videos in the capacity management series from Snow Operating.

 

 


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JOBS & EQUIPMENT

  • Look for jobs in lift operations and maintenance at resorts, suppliers, and other related businesses around the world, plus used equipment for sale in SAM’s Classifieds.

 


 

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