Lead Base Area Operator

Vail Resorts; Keystone (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes

Discounted lift tickets

Free ski lessons

Lodging discounts

Food discounts

Gear discounts

Shuttle discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Referral Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Keystone, Colorado is hiring for winter 2026/27. Seasonal positions including Lead Base Operations attendant offer a pathway to a lasting role with room to grow. Employees receive competitive wages, free passes, ski lessons, discounts, and access to Epic Service training.

Starting wage is $23.00/hr to $26.88/hr, with full-time winter seasonal hours. This role emphasizes shift leadership, administrative support, and operational oversight to create a seamless guest experience on

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s license.
• Demonstrated leadership ability; mentoring, training, and supporting peers.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Shift Leader – leads each shift through briefings, daily assignments, and next-day operational prep; ensures completion of vehicle check out inspections, radio communications across departments in operations.
• Administrative Support – Proficient in Microsoft Office; builds schedules, supports training and basic reporting; supports data-driven metrics and record-keeping.
• Team Support – Checks in with operators daily, performs safety audits, escalates coaching and performance management needs, and reinforces service standards.
• Operational Oversight – supports team in service of guest arrival experience at Keystone, audits uniform standards, escalates bottlenecks in operational flow
• Facility & Fleet Support – manages ordering requests; oversees cleanliness and organization of common areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more.

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

Job Summary: As a Lead Base Operations attendant, it is your responsibility to execute the safe and efficient Operations as well as maintain a friendly and positive attitude every day with all guests and employees. Join our team in providing our guests with an Experience of a Lifetime! Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage:$23.00/hr - $26.88/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age:At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Shift Leader – Leads each shift through briefings, daily assignments, and next-day operational prep; ensures completion of vehicle check out inspections, radio communications across departments in operations
• Administrative Support – Proficient in Microsoft Office; builds schedules, supports training and basic reporting; supports data-driven metrics and record-keeping.
• Team Support – Checks in with operators daily, performs safety audits, escalates coaching and performance management needs, and reinforces service standards.
• Operational Oversight – supports team in service of guest arrival experience at Keystone, audits uniform standards, escalates bottlenecks in operational flow
• Facility & Fleet Support – manages ordering requests; oversees cleanliness and organization of common areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s license
• Demonstrated leadership ability; prior experience mentoring, training, and supporting peers.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; able to lead shift briefings, daily operations, check in with operators, and reinforce service standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; able to build training materials and schedules
• Ability to make sound operational decisions during operational disruptions, vehicle incidents, or high-traffic conditions.
• Comfortable performing safety audits, escalating maintenance or performance issues

The expected pay range is$23.00/hr - $26.88/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.