Assistant Manager: Base Area Ops - Hourly

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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 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: 

Looking to jump start your career in the management track with Vail Resorts? The Assistant Parking Manager position is great for someone looking to gain experience with Vail Resorts/Stevens Pass and is intended for someone looking to move into a manager role soon. Apply today to help lead our parking team into the future. 

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $25.00 - $28.60 
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Directly supervise frontline crews including: orientation and training, conflict resolution, long and short term planning of operation, maintenance of tools and equipment, executing daily meetings, and regular one-on-ones with Lead Hands.
• Provide leadership, promote team spirit and cooperative work ethics; provide the most outstanding examples of friendly, cooperative relationships with our guests, other staff and the rest of the department.
• Show initiative in handling routine matters and quick, thoughtful judgment in emergency situations.
• Understand and safely operate all aspects of the roads & parking and snow clearing operations.
• Work effectively with other department’s mountain-wide as part of a large and diverse team.
• Relay work orders, respond to complaints, adhere to preventative maintenance programs and monitor quality, reporting to higher management.
• Ensure proper and complete documentation of all frontline duties performed, reporting any personal incidents or damage involving a company vehicle/equipment to department managers.
• Ensure adherence to all operational and safety procedures, resulting in safe and efficient operation of vehicles and other equipment (Snowplow, Snow Blower, Bobcat, etc.) and providing a safe environment for guests and staff.
• Assist with the selection, training and development of staff, exceeding present standards.
• Understand operational procedures and maintenance for all janitorial equipment.
• Set an excellent example and strive to improve safety, service and job satisfaction.

Job Requirements:

• 3-5yrs Previous Parking Experience
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment (preferred)
• Prior experience driving non-cdl fleet vehicle (preferred)
• Prior experience leading a team
• WA Flagger certification (preferred)
• Experience with Vail Resorts computer applications (preferred)
• Strong administrative and computer skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Spanish fluency an asset
• Valid State Issued Drivers License and ability to pass Motor Vehicle Records Check

The expected pay range is $25.00 - $28.60. 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 516266
Reference Date: 07/30/2026 
Job Code Function: Base Area Ops