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Seasonal Ski Area or Lodge Team Member (Hickory Hills)

Posted: 09/28/2026

Company: City of Traverse City – Hickory Hills Ski Area
Location: Traverse City, MI

Job Type: Seasonal / Temporary (Part Time or up to 40 hours a week available through April)

Pay Rate: Up to $20.00 – $32.00 / hour + (additional $1.50/hr to $3.50/hr, depending upon position) Season Completion Cash Incentive

Earn Extra Cash This Winter: Season Completion Bonus Included!

Earn an additional +$1.50 to +$3.50 per hour worked paid out at the end of the season when you join the team at Hickory Hills Ski Area. We are hiring for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor positions. Enjoy competitive pay, shift meal, free ski passes, and free rental equipment while working on the slopes this winter.

Open Positions (Indoor & Outdoor):

Indoor & Guest-Facing Roles:

  • Lodge Supervisor – Up to $32.00/hr
  • Lead daily lodge operations, guest services, ticket sales, rentals, and staff scheduling.
  • Kitchen Lead – Up to $30.00/hr
  • Manage food prep, kitchen equipment, staff scheduling, menu planning, and safety standards.
  • Rentals & Ticket Sales – Up to $20.00/hr
  • Food & Beverage Crew – Up to $20.00/hr
Outdoor & Mountain Operations Roles:
  • Slope Supervisors – Up to $22.00/hr
  • Snowmaker – Up to $22.00/hr
  • Tow Operator – Up to $20.00/hr
Employee Perks:
  • Season Completion Cash Incentive: Extra +$1.50 to +$3.50/hr worked
  • FREE Season Pass
  • FREE Equipment Rentals
  • Shift Meal
Requirements:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Strong customer service skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
  • Ability to work comfortably in indoor lodge or outdoor winter weather settings depending on the role.
How to Apply:
  • Download and complete the official application at: traversecitymi.gov/jobs/
  • Submit your application directly via email to: jobs@traversecitymi.gov
The City of Traverse City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.