Many would consider it a dream job to work on the ski lifts in a Swiss alpine resort, greeting skiers and making sure they have a safe ride. The truth is that it’s hard graft for low pay.
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The mountain railway staff put in long hours to keep the slopes safe. Many receive as little as SFr12 ($13) per hour for 12 to 14 hour shifts. The Trade Union Federation is calling for a minimum wage of SFr22 ($24) per hour, to cope with the high cost of living. The transport staff union is currently trying to negotiate better conditions for ski lift workers. (SF/swissinfo.ch)
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