Ticket Checker

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more. Apply today!

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 seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

• 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

As a Ticket Checker, you will play an essential role on the Lift Experience Team, creating an end-to-end experience from maze entrance to lift unloading. You will greet guests by name and validate their access, providing a fun, welcoming atmosphere while ensuring product integrity.

Starting Wage: $20.00/hr

Employment Type:

Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Shift Type:
Full Time and Part Time hours available

Weekends and Holidays as needed

Skill Level: Entry Level

Minimum Age:
At least 14 years of age

Housing Availability:
Yes

• Deliver premium guest service by providing information and assistance with a smile
• Validate tickets to ensure guests have a valid product before loading lifts
• Work cooperatively with Lift Operators and other teams to manage lift lines safely and load lifts efficiently
• Maintain and secure departmental equipment - scan devices, radios, etc.
• Escalate issues to leadership as they arise
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of inclement weather, standing and moving for the entire shift
• May need to provide some of their own gear
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed
• Must be able to handle high guest volumes in a professional manner
• Adhere to safety standards and procedures. BeSafe is our number one value!

A Ticket Checker team member is a flexible employee who may work across multiple departments to support the one-resort mentality, including Lift Operations, Mountain Activities, Retail Rental operations, Food and Beverage Support, Ticket sales, and Base Area Operation.

The pay range is $20.00/hr this is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not engage in activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered 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

Reference Date: 07/14/2026

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