Seasonal Mountain Lift Operator - Free Passes & Lessons

Vail Resorts; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes

Discounted lift tickets

Free ski lessons

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and development

Referral Program

Housing available

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for winter 2026/27 across multiple resort roles, including Lift Experience. The Lift Operator is responsible for safe loading/unloading, operating lifts, and delivering excellent guest service in mountain environments.

No prior experience required; training is provided. Roles are winter seasonal with full-time and part-time hours, including weekends and holidays, with housing available and extensive employee perks.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Able to work weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor passenger safety during loading/unloading and manage lift speed.
• Operate lift to maximize chair capacity per guidelines.
• Notify maintenance of issues and cooperate with maintenance team.
• Learn proper lift operation with Lift Maintenance.
• Follow emergency procedures and contact Patrol as needed.
• Set up and disassemble lift maze daily according to standards.
• Maintain clean and safe lift shacks and surroundings.
• Support ticket scanning when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Decisive judgment

Physical stamina

Job description

Vail Resorts is hiring for winter 2026/27 across multiple resort roles, including Lift Experience. The Lift Operator is responsible for safe loading/unloading, operating lifts, and delivering excellent guest service in mountain environments.

No prior experience required; training is provided. Roles are winter seasonal with full-time and part-time hours, including weekends and holidays, with housing available and extensive employee perks.