Advanced Retail Associate

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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:   

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: $21.50/hr - $26.88/hr  

Employment Type: Year Round  

Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

Housing Availability: No  

Job Responsibilities:  

Greet every guest, understand their needs, and provide exceptional customer service 

Accurate and efficient processing of all retail sales 

Learn product knowledge to effectively communicate features and benefits to guests 

Maintain excellent store visual standards by continually straightening, folding, and restocking merchandise 

Follow all company standards in regards to safety protocols and standard operating procedures 

Understand and follow both Vail Resorts’ and Patagonia’s environmental principles 

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     

The expected pay range is $21.50/hr - $26.88/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  516522

Reference Date: 08/06/2026 

Job Code Function: Retail Ops