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 Epic 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. Job Benefits <ul> <li 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 </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Employee Assistance Program</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Excellent training and professional development</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Referral Program</li> </ul> Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Free ski passes for dependents</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Critical Illness and Accident plans</li> </ul> Job Summary: The Base Area Operations (BAO) Lead role will oversee all aspects of the departmental functions and employees, including cleaning, roads and parking and snow removal. The Lead will report directly to the department Assistant and Manager. Job Specifications: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $26.88/hr</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Shift Type: Full Time hours available</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Housing Availability: Yes</li> </ul> Job Responsibilities: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Directly supervise frontline crews including: orientation and training, conflict resolution, long and short term planning of operation, maintenance of tools and equipment, executing daily meetings, and regular one-on-ones with Lead Hands.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Provide leadership, promote team spirit and cooperative work ethics; provide the most outstanding examples of friendly, cooperative relationships with our guests, other staff and the rest of the department.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Show initiative in handling routine matters and quick, thoughtful judgment in emergency situations.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Understand and safely operate all aspects of the cleaning, roads & parking and snow clearing operations.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Work effectively with other department’s mountain-wide as part of a large and diverse team.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Relay work orders, respond to complaints, adhere to preventative maintenance programs and monitor quality of cleaning, reporting to higher management.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Assist with successful organization of waste/recycling depots and bear-proof bins.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ensure proper and complete documentation of all frontline duties performed, reporting any personal incidents or damage involving a company vehicle/equipment to department managers.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ensure adherence to all operational and safety procedures, resulting in safe and efficient operation of vehicles and other equipment (Snowplow, Snow Blower, Bobcat, etc.) and providing a safe environment for guests and staff.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Assist with the selection, training and development of staff, exceeding present standards.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Understand operational procedures and maintenance for all janitorial equipment. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Set an excellent example and strive to improve safety, service and job satisfaction.</li> </ul> Job Requirements: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Demonstrate our core values: Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, Be Inclusive and Have Fun.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">A strong knowledge of Microsoft Office platforms required.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work under pressure. A keen eye for detail required.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Problem solver, self-motivated/self-directed. The ability to work both independently and part of a team.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Strong communication skills.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Required to complete a satisfactory criminal record check.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Operating a vehicle is an essential function of this position and will require the applicant to meet the minimum requirements of the WB Driver’s Standards Policy – Valid BC driver’s license and clean abstract.</li> </ul> Preferred: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Post-secondary education an asset.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Proven leadership skills, planning, ability and vision.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Previous cleaning experience and employment a strong asset.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">First Aid trained an asset.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Mental Health First Aid trained an asset.</li> </ul> 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 515403 Reference Date: 07/14/2026 Job Code Function: Base Area Ops

Lead Base Area Operator (Whistler, BC, Canada) @ Vail Resorts

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