Rental Associate

Vail Resorts; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes for employees

Discounted lift tickets for friends &‘

Free ski lessons

401(k) retirement plan

Training & development

Job summary

Vail Resorts is seeking seasonal Rental Associates for the 2026/2027 winter season in Crested Butte, CO. Starting wage is $20 per hour with full-time and part-time hours available, housing may be provided, and employment is seasonal.

Role involves generating sales through world-class guest service, fitting guests with equipment, and explaining safety practices. The position requires flexible availability and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Proven commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays and weekends.
• Ability to stand and move in an active environment for extended periods.
• Fluent English communication is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent guest service at a rental shop.
• Fit guests with rental equipment; training provided.
• Explain operation and safety of rental gear and return options.
• Collaborate with teammates to maintain safety standards.
• Possibly perform cashiering or additional retail duties.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Flexible schedule

Stand/walk for long periods

Job description

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 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 comes first.

Employee Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks: free passes for employees, 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

Rental associates are responsible for generating sales through world‑class guest service, assisting customers with rental equipment, and providing our guests with gear and services for the ultimate outdoor experience.

Job Specifications

• Starting wage: $20 per hour
• Employment type: winter seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift type: full time and part time hours available
• Minimum age: at least 18 years
• Housing availability: yes

Job Responsibilities

• Provide excellent guest service at one of our retail shops
• Fit guests with equipment—training will be provided
• Explain to guests how to operate rental equipment, safety practices, and responsibilities for the equipment during the rental, including length of rental and return options
• Work with teammates to maintain safety standards
• May include other duties such as cashiering and retail sales
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends
• Commitment to exceptional customer service
• Maintain a working knowledge of products and trends within the industry
• Ability to stand and move in an active, team‑oriented environment for extended periods
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English

Role

A rental associate team member is a flexible employee who often works across multiple departments and in various roles to support the one resort mentality. Potential duties can include mountain activities, retail rental operations, food and beverage support, ticket sales or scanning, lift operations, or base area operations.

The expected pay range is $20 per hour. 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, 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.