Lift Experience Lead.

Keystone Mountain Operations Colorado, United States of America

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Lead Lift Experience

Date: Jul 14, 2026

Location:

Keystone, CO, US

Company: Keystone Resort

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

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 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 our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th 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
•   MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
•   401(k) Retirement Plan
•   Employee Assistance Program
•   Excellent training and professional development
•   Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary:
Keystone Mountain Operations is seeking a motivated and people-focused leader to join the Lift Experience Team as a Lift Experience Lead. This role serves as a frontline leader responsible for supporting daily operations, fostering a positive team culture, and ensuring exceptional guest and employee experiences.

The Lift Experience Lead works closely with Supervisors and fellow team members to support safe, efficient, and guest-focused operations while providing day-to-day leadership and guidance to the Lift Experience Team. This position plays a key role in training new employees, reinforcing department standards, promoting accountability, and helping team members succeed in their roles.

The ideal candidate leads by example, communicates effectively, builds positive relationships, and demonstrates a passion for developing others. A successful Lead will create an environment where team members feel supported, engaged, and equipped to deliver exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $29.22/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: Team Lead
Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

Serve as a leader and role model for the front-line Lift Experience Team.
Support daily lift operations with a focus on safety, guest service, and team performance.
Provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members throughout the day with support from the leadership team.
Assist with training new and returning employees.
Reinforce department policies, procedures, and operational standards.
Support staffing assignments, break rotations, and daily operational needs.
Respond to guest concerns and help resolve day-to-day operational challenges.
Provide observations and feedback to Supervisors regarding team performance and development.
Promote employee engagement, accountability, and a positive team culture.
Support pass and ticket troubleshooting efforts and communicate with Hotseat as needed.
Assist Scanning operations during periods of business need and support department-wide priorities.
Ensure completion and complete operational documentation, inspections, and reporting as assigned.
Maintain compliance with all company, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
1-2 years of previous lift or mountain operations experience required
Must be physically capable of assisting guests while loading lifts; may lift up to 40 lbs
Must be able to communicate fluently in English
Must be able to work outdoors in all types of inclement weather, standing and moving for entire shift on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $29.22/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 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.

Requisition ID 515871
Reference Date: 07/14/2026
Job Code Function: Lift Experience

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