Ticket Checker

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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 rediscovering) 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, growth through Epic Service — our 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 15 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
• Additional discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Job Summary

As a Ticket Checker, you will support the Lift Experience Team by greeting guests by name and validating access at lift mazes. The team aims to provide a seamless end-to-end guest experience from maze entrance to lift unloading. You will contribute to a fun, welcoming atmosphere while ensuring product integrity.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type:
  Full Time hours available
  • Working between 8-10 hours/day
  • Weekends and Holidays as needed
• Skill Level: Entry Level
• Minimum Age:
  At least 14 years of age
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

Job Responsibilities

• 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 with Lift Operators and other teams to ensure lift lines are safely managed and lifts are loaded efficiently
• Maintain and secure departmental equipment such as scan devices and radios
• Escalate issues to leadership as they arise, from safety to products
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• 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 on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces. 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
• Must adhere to safety standards and procedures. Be Safe is our number one value

A Ticket Checker team member may work across multiple departments and roles, including Lift Operations, Mountain Activities, Retail Rental operations, Food and Beverage Support, Ticket sales, or Base Area Operation.

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr this range reflects typical compensation for this position. Individual 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, 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 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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