Retail Associate

Retail Associate - Winter 2026/2027

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 passes 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 15 or until the positions are filled (whichever comes first).

• Free passes for employees, discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons
• Additional employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral program

• Starting wage: $20/hr
• Employment type:
  
  Winter seasonal 2026/27
• Shift type:
  Full time and part‑time hours available
• Minimum age: 16 years of age
• Housing availability:
  No

• Provide excellent guest service and product knowledge
• Outfit guests with the latest outdoor gear – we’ll train you!
• Work together with teammates to maintain safety standards
• May include other duties such as cashiering, rentals, or assisting other departments
• Other duties as assigned

• 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

• Resort activities
• Retail rental operations
• Food and beverage support
• Ticket sales or scanning
• Lift operations
• Base area operations

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.

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