Advanced Retail Associate

 

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 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

 

Job Summary:  

Come to work at a world class mountain shop and enjoy the best benefits package in the industry.  Join our passionate team and we’ll train you in all aspects of selling the latest outdoor gear - no experience required!  As a Retail Associate, you will provide our guests with gear and services for the ultimate outdoor experience. 

 

Job Specifications:  

• Starting Wage: $21.50/hr - $26.88/hr  

• Employment Type: Year Round (10-month)  

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: No  

 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Greet every guest, understand their needs, and provide exceptional customer service 

• Accurate and efficient processing of all retail sales 

• Learn product knowledge to effectively communicate features and benefits to guests 

• Maintain excellent store visual standards by continually straightening, folding, and restocking merchandise 

• Follow all company standards in regards to safety protocols and standard operating procedures 

• Understand and follow both Vail Resorts’ and Patagonia’s environmental principles 

• Other duties as assigned 

  

Job Requirements: 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule; including nights, holidays and weekends.      

• Commitment to exceptional Customer Service.                 

• Ability to stand and move in an active, team-oriented environment for extended periods.                                                                
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English    

 

The expected pay range is $21.50/hr - $26.88/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 activiti