Stable Attendant

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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 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

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary: 

The Driver – Sleigh Ride Operations at Keystone Stables is responsible for the safe operation of horse-drawn sleighs during winter dinner services and guest experiences at the Back Ranch. This position combines extensive draft horse handling with guest service and team leadership. Drivers ensure the health and wellbeing of horses through feeding, watering, and general care, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism when operating sleigh rides in challenging winter conditions.

This role also supports stables operations by transporting horses to and from the Back Ranch, assisting with barn and corral maintenance, and working alongside the wrangler team and Back Ranch staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Drivers must demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and strong communication skills, while adhering to Keystone’s strict driving standards and guest safety procedures.

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $21.78/hr  
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026  
• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available 
• Minimum Age: At least 16 years of age  
• Housing Availability: Yes 

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide daily horse care including feeding, watering, grooming, and monitoring overall health.
• Safely transport horses via trailer between the stables and Back Ranch.
• Harness, hitch, and drive draft horse teams on sleigh rides in compliance with Keystone’s driving standards.
• Deliver the pre-ride guest safety speech and maintain guest safety throughout the ride.
• Supervise guest loading/unloading, ensuring horses are always under control when guests are near.
• Safely operate sleighs in varying winter weather and terrain conditions.
• Respond appropriately to horse behavior with proper verbal cues and safe handling techniques.
• Support Back Ranch operations by assisting with dinner service, coordinating with the Chef, and engaging with guests to enhance their experience.
• Maintain clean and organized barns, corrals, sleighs, and tack areas.
• Uphold strict post-ride procedures including feeding, re-bridling, cleanup, and returning horses safely to the stables.

Job Requirements:

• Willingness to learn and grow; all required safety skills will be taught and reinforced.
• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to lift 50–85 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Comfortable tacking and handling draft horses that stand 6 ft or taller.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical labor continuously for up to 8 hours.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience working with horses; 2–3+ years of experience driving draft horses (wagon or sleigh), or extensive work with draft horses and a strong willingness to learn to drive.
• Strong knowledge of horse care, including basic veterinary care and health monitoring.
• Proficiency in collaborating across multiple departments, including vehicle maintenance, hospitality, and food & beverage.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in all weather conditions, including snow, cold, and winter elements.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to safely drive a truck and trailer with horses.
• Willingness to operate snowcats or heavy equipment for snow removal, as needed.
• Physical resilience and capability to work in harsh winter conditions for extended periods of time.

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $21.78/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.

Requisition ID  510979
Reference Date: 08/24/2025 
Job Code Function: Stables