Manager Lift Experience
Vail Resorts · Breckenridge, CO · 2 wk ago
Business Development$58k–$73k/yrFull-time
Job Summary
The Manager of Lift Experience is fully accountable for the daily operations of Lift Experience, including Lift Operations and ticket/pass verification. This role drives performance excellence through a strong focus on safety, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and exceptional guest service.
Job Responsibilities
- Own accountability for daily Lift Experience operations, ensuring performance, safety, and compliance with all company and regulatory standards
- Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline teams, fostering engagement, accountability, and high performance
- Model and reinforce company values, leadership competencies, and service standards
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Lift Experience operations with internal departments and partners
- Participate as a member of the Mountain Operations leadership team
- Ensure exceptional guest service standards are consistently delivered across all Lift Operations and pass scanning functions
- Proactively resolve guest issues and concerns in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain operational readiness through consistent process evaluation and improvement
- Monitor and improve guest flow, wait times, and overall lift experience
- Lead development of supervisors and leads through coaching, training and performance management
- Assist with hiring and onboarding
- Partner with senior leadership on performance management, including evaluations and evelopment planning
- Develop staffing strategies and schedules to support year-round operations
- Drive employee engagement, retention, and recognition initiatives
- Address and resolve employee relations concerns and performance issues
- Ensure all Lift Experience operations comply with applicable standards and regulations (CPTSB, ANSI, OSHA, USFS)
- Provide oversight of training programs to ensure safe and efficient lift operations and pass validation processes
- Partner with Health & Safety teams to implement safety programs, policies, and initiatives
- Assist in development and management of department budgets
- Monitor labor and staffing levels to ensure efficient allocation of resources
- Support cost control efforts while maintaining high standards of service and safety
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- High School Education
- Previous experience within a Lift Operations or Scanning Team
- Leadership Experience as a Supervisor/Manager
- Strong understanding of MS Platforms
- Intermediate Skier or Snowboarder
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
- 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