Lift Operator: Mountain Experience & Free Ski Passes

Vail Resorts; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee passes

Free ski lessons

40% retail discounts

Wellness benefits

Epic Training & Development

Job summary

Vail Resorts in the United States is hiring for winter seasonal roles including Lift Operator. You will be responsible for safe operation of a chairlift, ensuring guest safety and smooth loading and unloading while delivering friendly service in a mountain environment.

Starting wage is $20 per hour with full-time and part-time shift options for Winter 2026/27. Roles offer industry-leading pay, perks like free employee passes and ski lessons, lodging where applicable, and extensive training

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Monitor passenger safety during loading/unloading of lifts.
• Operate lift to maximize chair capacity per guidelines.
• Notify maintenance of issues and assist with repairs.
• Coordinate with Lift Maintenance to learn lift equipment operation.
• Follow emergency procedures as needed.
• Set up and disassemble lift maze daily.
• Adhere to company policies and maintain a clean work area.
• Support additional duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Job description

Vail Resorts in the United States is hiring for winter seasonal roles including Lift Operator. You will be responsible for safe operation of a chairlift, ensuring guest safety and smooth loading and unloading while delivering friendly service in a mountain environment.

Starting wage is $20 per hour with full-time and part-time shift options for Winter 2026/27. Roles offer industry-leading pay, perks like free employee passes and ski lessons, lodging where applicable, and extensive training