Retail Associate

Vail Resorts • Vail, CO • 3h ago

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 (https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US)

Job Summary:

Come to work at a world class mountain shop and enjoy the best benefits package in the industry. Join our passionate team and we'll train you in all aspects of selling the latest outdoor gear - no experience required! As a Retail Associate, you will provide our guests with gear and services for the ultimate outdoor experience.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: $20.00/hr

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026

Shift Type: Full Time hours available

Minimum Age: At least 16 years of age

Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

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

Job Requirements:

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

A Retail Associate is a flexible employee who often works across multiple departments and in various roles which could include one of the following:

Resort Activities

Retail Rental operations

Food and Beverage Support

Ticket sales or scanning

Lift Operations

Base Area Operations

The expected 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.

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 512460

Reference Date: 11/06/2025

Job Code Function: Store Operations

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