Manager Mountain Operations

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 Epic 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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job 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
  
  

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:
This dynamic role, the Manager of Mountain Operations is responsible for managing key support services for the resort. Services groups consist of Lift Experience Operations, Tubing, Lift Maintenance, Building Maintenance, Vehicle Maintenance, Grooming, Snowmaking, Ski Patrol, Terrain Parks and Summer Activities. This managerial role works with various departments across differing functions within the resort, and provides an incredible growth opportunity within the company!

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $61,287 - $72,000
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safety and health of employees.
• Create and oversee departmental budgets while tracking performance expectations through the use of KPIs.
• Lead employee and guest safety efforts in conjunction with the General Manager and Health and Safety.
• Develop leaders within the organization to improve leadership within current roles, and to prepare for increased responsibility and succession.
• Directly manage the establishment of goals and development plans, and the evaluation of
• performance for direct reports; oversee these processes for the assigned Resort Operations team.
• Build strong, positive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders outside of direct reports.
• Increase operational efficiency and effectiveness through on-going intra and inter[1]departmental communication and cooperation.
• Actively participate in best practice groups.
• Prioritize and adapt in a constantly changing business and environmental setting.
• Manage third-party contractors.
• Assist the resort and other SLT members with admin, hiring, and health & safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least three years of management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Proficient in technology use including Microsoft Office Programs
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with a variety of company personnel across various departments.
• Ability to work within inclement weather conditions.
• Daily lifting and bending, standing and walking.
• Exposure to high noise levels with certain machinery.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs at one time.

Preferred:

• Advanced college degree.
• Skiing or snowboarding ability

The expected pay range is $61,287 - $72,000. 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 511619
Reference Date: 09/14/2025
Job Code Function: Mountain Operations