Nathaniel McSwain
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Energetic professional with background in amusement and recreation, skilled in operating rides and ensuring guest satisfaction. Possess strong communication abilities, adept at problem-solving and maintaining safety protocols. Contributed to creating memorable experiences for visitors by consistently delivering friendly service and efficiently managing attractions. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. I have 3 years experience as lift operator and assistant . One year of Whitewater Raft Guide and 1 year as a Zipline guide
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Ski Lift Operator
Monarch Ski Resort
Salida, Colorado
11.2024 - Current
- I am responsible for greeting guests and assisting them on to the Ski lifts. I also am responsible for operating the Ski lifts.
- Duties include maintenance of Ski lifts areas and contact with co-workers on conditions
Trail Crew Member
Arrowhead Trails
Salida, Colorado
09.2024 - 11.2024
- I worked with a small crew in various cities building trails for customers and companies
River Raft Guide
River Runners Royal Gorge
Cañon City, Colorado
05.2024 - 09.2024
- As a raft guide, my first responsibility is to guide and instruct the guests on their River Raft trip and to insure the safety of all on my boat and the boats around me
- Other responsibilities include assistance with suiting the guests in their appropriate safety gear obtaining boats, paddles and safety bags. We are responsible for assisting guests in loading and unloading.boats.
Ski Lift Operator
Monarch Ski Resort
Salida, Colorado
11.2023 - 04.2024
Zipline Guide
Royal Gorge Bridge
Canon City, Colorado
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in Zipline instruction for guests. Supplied them with the packs needed.
- Assisted in rescue
Ski Lift Operator
Monarch Ski Resort
Salida, Colorado
11.2022 - 04.2023
Restaurant Host
8 Mile Bar and Grill
Cañon City
05.2022 - 08.2022
- I was responsible for greeting guests and seating them appropriately.
- Others duties included bussing tables and turning them over.
- Opening and Closing duties
Education
High School Diploma -
Classical Conversations
Covington, LA08-2020
Skills
- Lift operation
- Safety procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Rescue techniques
- River safety
- CPR certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ski Lift Operator
Monarch Ski Resort
11.2024 - Current
Trail Crew Member
Arrowhead Trails
09.2024 - 11.2024
River Raft Guide
River Runners Royal Gorge
05.2024 - 09.2024
Ski Lift Operator
Monarch Ski Resort
11.2023 - 04.2024
Zipline Guide
Royal Gorge Bridge
04.2023 - 11.2023
Ski Lift Operator
Monarch Ski Resort
11.2022 - 04.2023
Restaurant Host
8 Mile Bar and Grill
05.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Classical Conversations