Specialist Lift Operations

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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 Epic 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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
 

Job 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
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

BRECKENRIDGE LIFT EXPERIENECE ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

The Breckenridge Mountain Operations team is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic leader to join our Lift Experience Team. The ideal candidate will work in a fast pace office environment and assist with daily administrative duties as they pertain to the Lift Operations and Scanning functions.  This includes processing new staff, payroll, and acting as a key supporter for Lift Experience Management Team and initial contact for employee inquiries.  Responsibilities include staff on boarding and off boarding, scheduling of new hire training, purchasing, completing budget and capital project data entry in an accurate and timely fashion, respond to employee’s inquiries, and various administrative duties.  Frequent exposure to sensitive information where maintaining confidentiality is essential.  Will assist with all aspects of the office and various resort related projects as assigned.

Responsibilities Include:

• First point of contact for Lift Experience Domestic and International Employees
• Payroll for Lift Experience staff (About 250 employees), which includes correcting exceptions, input of rewards, off cycle process, distribute timecard reports and approve payroll on a weekly basis
• Completing HR / Benefits paperwork for Lift Experience Departments including hiring, employee housing allocation, transferring, and separating employees in a timely manner
• Scheduling New Hires Into Training and Coordinates Employee Spaces
• Purchasing / PO generation for Lift Experience Departments
• Facilitate International J1 Student Program for resort
• Act professionally and maintain confidentiality at all times
• General office duties
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Assist Managers with other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School degree or equivalent - required.
• Office and administrative experience - required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word) - required. 
• Must read, speak and comprehend English and possess writing and editing skills - required.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills - required.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods of time - required.
• Must be organized and detail-oriented - required.
• Prior Vail Resorts experience - preferred.
• Experience with Coupa, PeopleSoft, Paradox, RPOS, Concurs and Smart Sheets - preferred

The expected pay range is $23.00/hr - $26.00/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. 

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  508344
Reference Date: 05/09/2025 
Job Code Function: Lift Operations