Dispatcher

Vail Resorts; California (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Free employee passes

Discounted lift tickets

401(k) plan

Assistance program

Job summary

Vail Resorts’ Kirkwood Mountain Resort is seeking a Dispatcher for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. The Dispatcher expedites communications and dispatches personnel and vehicles, and logs events to support resort operations.

You will maintain dispatch logs, monitor radio channels, coordinate emergency travel, and assist the operations team. No formal experience required; English fluency and strong communication are essential; housing is available.

Qualifications

• No formal experience required; we will teach you all necessary skills.
• Desire to learn and grow.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Answer all telephone and radio calls in Dispatch.
• Provide timely and accurate communications and record keeping for resort operations.
• Keep accurate daily, weekly and seasonal Dispatch logs.
• Monitor radio channel system and dispatch line.
• Coordinate emergency travel needs for rescue services arriving at the resort.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Dispatcher

Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Kirkwood, CA, US. Winter Seasonal 2026/2027.

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 more than 40 resorts across three 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) and 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 Summary

The Dispatcher expedites communications and dispatches company personnel and/or vehicles. This role is responsible for logging, reporting and communicating all moments that require dispatching.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr – $23.00/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time (hours available)
• Minimum Age: 18 years or older
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Answer all telephone and radio calls in Dispatch.
• Provide timely and accurate communications and record keeping required for the resort operations team.
• Keep accurate and up‑to‑date daily, weekly and seasonal Dispatch logs and other records related to assigned duties.
• Perform continuous monitoring of a radio channel system and dispatch phone line.
• Coordinate emergency travel needs for rescue services arriving at the resort.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• No formal experience is required – we will teach you all necessary skills.
• Desire to learn and grow.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Employee Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks: free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons.
• Additional employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Excellent training and professional development.
• Referral Program.

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.