Lift Operator
Vail ResortsAbout the role
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 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 Base Area Operations (BAO) Department is looking for a motivated individual to join our team, and help us create the best sense of arrival possible for our guests. Whether this be maintaining the plazas and facilities at the base of both Whistler and Blackcomb mountains; to parking efficiency and greeting guests with a smile. This job strives to create the best sense of arrival to our guests as they arrive at Whistler Blackcomb.
The Base Area Day Attendants take care of all valley locations and facilities at the resort, including but not limited to: snow removal (winter only), maintaining grounds cleanliness, indoor cleaning, washroom cleaning, minor facility maintenance, managing guest pick-up/drop-off locations and assisting across the resort where required.
Job Specifications:
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Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $21.7/hr
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Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
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Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
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Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
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Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities:
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Maintaining building cleanliness and frequent washroom cleaning at all 4 main valley locations at Whistler Blackcomb.
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Emptying garbage and common area recycling bins both inside and outside.
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Sweeping and litter control of both indoor and outdoor areas.
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Assist in maintaining our collection facilities and zonal loading bays.
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Ability to use cleaning equipment – including vacuums, floor cleaning machines and indoor pressure washers, ice traction devices and more.
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Deep cleaning of facilities when required.
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Adherence to all safety and operational policies, PPE & procedures – your safety is our priority!
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Responsible for all equipment and supplies. Ensure that supply closets are clean, neat, and accessible.
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Assisting the Base Area Operations parking team with parking procedures on peak days and when required.
Job Requirements:
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Demonstrate our core values: ‘Serve Others, Do Right, Be Inclusive, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe and Have Fun’.
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Work the best schedule - 4x10 hour days with 3 days off!
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Always show up on time, in uniform, and adhere to the grooming policy.
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Strives to exceed expectations in all facets of work, includi
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