Ticket Checker

Vail Resorts; Town of Hunter (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes

Employee discounts

401(k) plan

Employee assistance program

Training and development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for winter 2026/27 for positions including Cooks, Drivers, Instructors, and more. Starting wage is $20.00/hr with full-time and part-time shifts across weekends and holidays.

Benefits include free ski passes, employee discounts, and strong training programs to support career growth within a world-class mountain resort network. Roles cover Lift Experience and related teams, offering a dynamic outdoor work environment, housing options, and opportunities to work across

Qualifications

• Fluent English required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver premium guest service with a smile.
• Validate tickets before lift loading.
• Coordinate with Lift Operators to manage lift lines safely.
• Maintain and secure departmental equipment (scan devices, radios).
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Set up/disassemble lift maze daily according to maze standards.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

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

As a TicketChecker, you will play an essential role in creating an experience of a lifetime for our guests on the Lift Experience Team. The Lift Experience Team's mission is to provide employees and guests with a seamless end-to-end experience from maze entrance to lift unloading.AsaTicketChecker, you will primarily work in the lift mazes by greeting guests by name andvalidatingtheir access every time. You will play a unique role at our resorts by providing a fun, welcoming atmosphere for our guests while ensuring our products' integrity.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: $20.00/hr

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available

Weekends and Holidays as needed

Skill Level: Entry Level

Minimum Age: At least 14 years of age

Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

Deliver premium guest service by providing information and assistance with a smile

Validate tickets to ensure our guests have their own valid product before loading our lifts

Work cooperatively with Lift Operators and other teams to ensure lift lines are safely managed and lifts are loaded efficiently

Maintain and secure departmental equipment - scan devices, radios, etc.

Escalate issues to leadership as they arise, from safety to products

Learn the proper operation of lift and related equipment

Follow and perform all company and departmental policies and procedures

Implement emergency procedures as required, including contacting Patrol

Ensure lift is ready for operations prior to set up of maze; set up/disassemble lift maze daily according to maze standards

Maintain a safe work area and cleanliness of lift shacks; remove trash when necessary

A Ticket Checker team member is a flexible employee within the Lift Experience department who takes on additional training to support lift operations

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Must be able to communicate fluently in English

Must be able to work outdoors in all types of inclement weather, standing and moving for entire shift on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces. May need to provide some of their own gear

Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed

Must be able to handle high guest volumes in a professional manner

Mustadhere to safety standards and procedures.BeSafe is our number one value!

A TicketChecker team member is a flexible employee who often takes onadditionaltraining to work across multiple departments and in various roles to support the one resort mentality which could include one of the following:

Lift Operations (18 or older)

Mountain Activities

Retail Rental operations

Food and Beverage Support

Ticket sales

Base Area Operation

The expected pay range is$20.00/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.

Nearest Major Market: Albany
Job Segment: Entry Level