Team Lead Base Area Operator

Company: Vail Resorts
Location: Ludlow
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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: The Base Area Operations Lead is responsible for the oversight of daily operations and administrative responsibilities of the Grounds Department. Job Specifications: Starting Wage: $23.00/hr - $24.73/hr Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026 Shift Type: Full Time Housing Availability: Yes Job Responsibilities: Working in coordination with the supervisor and manager of base area operations to support grounds and parking operations Effectively communicate daily operation plans and adapt to changes with operational need. Participate in safety management of base area team Lead a team of seasonal parking staff in winter resort operations Assist in snow and waste stream removal as needed Assist with resort maintenance tasks as needed Other duties as assigned Job Requirements: Heavy Lifting (50 lbs) High School (Diploma or GED) Knowledge of resort area operations and grounds work 1 year experience leading a team Valid U.S. Drivers License Microsoft Office, Internet, ability to adapt to changing workplace programs Ability to communicate in English Able to operate equipment Leadership aptitude The expected pay range is $23.00/hr - $24.73/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 510122 Reference Date: 07/17/2025 Job Code Function: Roads and Parking

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