Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Avon, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Responsible for the safe operation of lift machinery and ensuring the efficient loading and unloading of guests. Tasks include monitoring passenger safety, managing lift speed, and maintaining the cleanliness of lift shacks.
No prior experience is necessary as training is provided, but candidates must be at least 18 years old. Physical ability to lift 40 lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions is required.
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.
With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.
Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).
Employee Benefits
• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program
To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary
Job Summary:
The Lift Experience Team’s mission is to provide employees and guests with a seamless end-to-end experience from maze entrance to lift unloading. As a Lift Operator on the Lift Experience team, you are the copilot and concierge responsible for the safe operation of a multi-million-dollar machine. You are responsible for the safety and friendly, and efficient travel of our guests and fellow teammates as they navigate premier mountain terrain. Come enjoy the season in a career full of having and providing an Experience of a Lifetime again and again.
Job Specifications:
Starting Wage: $20.00/hr
Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
Shift Type: Full Time hours available
Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
Skill Level: Entry Level
Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities:
Continuously monitor the safety of passengers while providing instruction and customer service in the safe loading and unloading of lifts; manage the speed of lift as needed
Operate lift to ensure that optimal chair capacity is achieved as determined by Lift Experience guidelines and performance reporting
Proactively notify maintenance/dispatch of repair or maintenance needs
Work closely with the Lift Maintenance department to learn the proper operation of lift equipment
Implement emergency procedures as required, including contacting Patrol
Ensure lift is ready for operations prior to set up of maze; set up/disassemble lift maze daily according to maze standards
Follow and perform all company and departmental policies and procedures
Maintain a safe work area and cleanliness of lift shacks; remove trash when necessary
A Lift operator team member is a flexible employee within the Lift Experience department who takes on additional training to support ticket scanning
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
No experience is necessary, we train all lift operators (including returnees)
Must be able to make quick decisions/use considerable judgment regarding safety as well as multitask and anticipate issues
Must be physically capable of assisting guests while loading lifts; may lift up to 40 lbs
Must be able to work outdoors in all types of inclement weather, standing and moving for entire shift on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed
Must be able to handle high guest volumes in a professional manner
Must be willing to perform alternate functions from time to time, both within and outside of the assigned area, particularly during peak periods such as holiday weekends
The expected pay range is $20.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 515309
Reference Date: 07/14/2026
Job Code Function: Lift Experience
(NYSE: MTN) Experience of a Lifetime.
Vail Resorts is a network of the best destination and close-to-home ski resorts in the world including Vail Mountain, Breckenridge, Park City Mountain, Whistler Blackcomb, Stowe, and 32 additional resorts across North America; Andermatt-Sedrun and Crans-Montana in Switzerland; and Perisher, Hotham, and Falls Creek in Australia. In 2016, our company launched the industry-changing Epic Pass. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). We are passionate about providing an Experience of a Lifetime to our team members and guests, and our EpicPromise is to reach a zero net operating footprint by 2030, support our employees and communities, and broaden engagement in our sport. In addition to our 42 resorts in four countries, our company owns and/or manages a collection of elegant hotels under the RockResorts brand, a portfolio of vacation rentals, condominiums and branded hotels located in close proximity to our mountain destinations, as well as the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Vail Resorts Retail operates more than 250 retail and rental locations across North America. Interested in joining our team? Come work and play in the mountains! Discover (or re-discover!) a passion for the outdoors with free ski pass(es), free ski/snowboard lessons, a 40% retail discount, and much more. Receive $20/hr starting wage, health/wellness benefits, and training through our Epic Service development experience. Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means building lifelong connections with people from around the world. Learn more about our company at www.VailResorts.com, or discover our resorts and pass options at www.EpicPass.com.
Offices: 390 Interlocken Cres., Broomfield, CO 80021, US
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