About this role
<p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Employee Benefits</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons </span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">• 401(k) Retirement Plan </span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">• Employee Assistance Program</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">• Excellent training and professional development</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">• Referral Program</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">To Learn More, please review the <a href="https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Benefits Eligibility Summary</a></span></p> <p style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </p><div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Job Summary:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">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. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Job Specifications: </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Starting Wage: $20/hr </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026 </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Skill Level: Entry Level </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Housing Availability: No </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Job Responsibilities: </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">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 </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Operate lift to ensure that optimal chair capacity is achieved as determined by Lift Experience guidelines and performance reporting </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Proactively notify maintenance/dispatch of repair or maintenance needs </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Work closely with the Lift Maintenance department to learn the proper operation of lift equipment </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Implement emergency procedures as required, including contacting Patrol </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Ensure lift is ready for operations prior to set up of maze; set up/disassemble lift maze daily according to maze standards </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Follow and perform all company and departmental policies and procedures </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Maintain a safe work area and cleanliness of lift shacks; remove trash when necessary </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">A Lift operator team member is a flexible employee within the Lift Experience department who takes on additional training to support ticket scanning </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Other duties as assigned </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Job Requirements: </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">No experience is necessary, we train all lift operators (including returnees) </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Must be able to make quick decisions/use considerable judgment regarding safety as well as multitask and anticipate issues </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Must be physically capable of assisting guests while loading lifts; may lift up to 40 lbs </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Must be able to work outdoors in all types of inclement weather, standing and moving for entire shift on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Must be able to handle high guest volumes in a professional manner </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">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</span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The expected pay range is $20/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><em>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.</em></span></p> <p align="right"> </p> <p align="right"><span style="font-size:10.0px"><em>Requisition ID 514837</em><br><em>Reference Date: 05/12/2026 <br><em>Job Code Function: Lift Experience</em></em></span> <span style="font-size:10.0px"><em><em> </em></em></span></p>