Lead CDL Driver

Vail Resorts; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes

Employee discounts on lodging, food, &

Job summary

Vail Resorts in South Lake Tahoe, CA is hiring for winter seasonal roles including Lead Driver. The team transports guests safely to various locations and supports a seamless mountain experience.

Starting pay ranges from $25.45 to $33.93 per hour, with full-time hours available and housing options. Must hold a valid CDL (A or B) with air brake and passenger endorsement, and meet all safety and medical requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid US Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Pre-employment drug test must be passed.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Current DOT medical certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team to accomplish daily goals.
• Adhere to safe driving regulations and standards.
• Directs day-to-day work within the transportation function.
• Enforce policies, procedures and safety guidelines.
• Address safety issues and notify management.
• Resolve guest issues and concerns.
• Coordinate with dispatch and operations.
• Maintain and clean buses.
• Inspect and report maintenance problems.
• Install and remove tire chains as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Defensive driving

Customer service

Education

CDL Class A or B with air brake and passenger endorsement

High School Diploma

Job description

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

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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

As a Lead Driver, it is your responsibility to execute the safe and efficient transportation of both guests and employees to and from designated pickup and drop-off locations, as well asmaintaina friendly and positive attitude every day, with all guests and employees. Join our team in providing ourguestsanExperience of a Lifetime!

Job Specifications

Starting Wage: $25.45/hr - $33.93/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

Leading your team toaccomplishdaily goals

Adheres to all safe driving regulations and standards

Directs day to day work within transportation function

Enforces policies, procedures, and safety guidelines

Addresses safety issues and notifies senior management

May resolve guest issues and concerns

Coordinates with dispatch supervisor and operations manager and other departments and outside agencies as needed

Thoroughly familiar with all areas of transportation and functions

Obey all laws of the highway and drive in a defensive manner

Fill out daily reports and notify the manager of any bus difficulties

Assistpassengers to ensure they are properly seated

Handles passenger emergencies and disruptions

Safely transport small and large groups of people on and off property to various assigned locations

Maintain and clean buses

Report maintenance problems

Install and remove tire chains as needed

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Valid US Driver's License and clean driving record

Able tolift upto 50lbs

Valid US Commercial Driver's License, Class A or B with air brake and passenger endorsement (obtained at own expense) -Required

2 years prior experience in CDL required driving position – Required

Current Medical Examination Report (valid for 2 years) -Required

High School Diploma

Must be 21 years of age or older

Pre-employment drug test

Current DOT medical certificate

The expected pay range is$25.45/hr - $33.93/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 515801

Reference Date:07/14/2026

Job Code Function:Commercial Driving (CDL Required)