Area Attendant

Seasonal Arapahoe Basin is a small ski area 60 miles west of Denver that offers big-mountain challenges and life-changing experiences for our employees and guests alike. Whether you’re here for a season or a lifetime, A-Basin is a place where dedicated and hard-working employees have a chance to shine! We are not your typical big-box resort, and that’s what makes the vibe here so awesome – we know you by name.

The number-one reason our employees continue to work here is their incredible coworkers.

• Free season pass to Arapahoe Basin and all Alterra Resorts
• Discounted friends & family tickets
• Discounted Ikon Pass for all eligible employees*
• Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave, and more for eligible employees*
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Ski Area discounts for Rentals, Retail, Silverthorne Rec. Center, and our food and beverage outlets
• Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more
• Financial assistance and mental health resources through TELUS *

The Arapahoe Basin Base Area Operations department has a lot of independence. We cover a lot of ground, we run a lot of machines, and we are fortunate to interact with every ski area department. Not to mention the fun we have meeting and chatting with people from every part of the world, all while being outside in the fresh Rocky Mountain air!

As a Base Area Attendant, you will maintain the base area of A-Basin, which includes shoveling walkways, directing traffic, parking cars, and leading trash and recycling efforts. The Base Area crew is the main point of contact for every ski area department when assistance is needed for a wide variety of tasks.

The start date for this position is early-mid January 2026.

Hourly pay range: $/hour

• Shovel snow in base area, around buildings, entrances/exits, stairs, walkways
• Spread ice melt and chip ice when necessary
• Direct traffic in parking lots and organize parking by guiding cars to park in an orderly fashion
• Answer guest questions and direct guests to ski area services
• Collect trash and recycling while promoting our sustainability efforts
• Assist in snow removal tasks such as removing snow from roofs
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Strong customer service skills and a willingness to greet and engage positively with guests
• Ability to work outdoors in a high-alpine mountain environment
• Ability to multitask and work independently
• Must be available on weekends and holidays
• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record background check - preferred

High school diploma or equivalent - preferred

• Ability to withstand high-altitude conditions at all times
• Ability to stand, walk, and navigate stairs throughout a 10+ hour shift
• Ability to shovel and chip ice
• Use full range of body motion: bend, twist, kneel, push, pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a high-elevation mountain environment on uneven snow- and ice-covered dirt parking lots, pavement, and concrete surfaces. Work areas can be exposed to high wind and blowing snow. Working around vehicles and loud machinery is possible on any given day. This is a guest-facing position that involves a high level of guest interaction.

• Base Area Stage I:
  Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 See requirements above.
• Base Area Stage II:
  Pay Range: $20.50 - $22.50/hr Fulfill all Stage I requirements in addition to the following:
  Operate skid steerer/bobcat and snow blower in a safe…