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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Kirkwood, CA 95646
Kirkwood, California

About this job

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. You're someone who pushes boundaries and challenges the status quo. You're brave, ambitious and passionate in everything you do. And we want you on our team. Pursue your fullest potential and never settle in the quest to deliver extraordinary guest service. Join one of the world's most innovative companies and re-imagine a mountain resort experience with us. Welcome to Vail Resorts. Reach Your Peak.

The Kirkwood Children's Ski and Ride School is looking for knowledgeable individuals that can do the following:

 

Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):

  • Demonstrates product presentation and has full knowledge of all features of product line - alpine and snowboard equipment. 
  • Full knowledge of the entire Children's Center operations. 
  • High level communication skills. 
  • Properly fit ski and snowboard equipment for children. 
  • Needs to work in other locations within the children's center as needed. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned by rental shop lead or supervisor. 

 

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent - required. 
  • Previous rental shop experience - required. 
  • Basic skiing and snowboard terminology - required. 
  • English - fluent - required. 
  • Capable of working with small tools - drills, etc. - required. 
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds - required. 
  • Binding certification (company will provide) - required. 
  • Previous experience working with children and parents in some capacity - preferred. 
  • Previous experience working in a guest service position - preferred. 
  • Ability to pay attention to details - preferred. 
  • Ability to multi task - preferred. 
  • Basic computer knowledge - preferred. 
  • Spanish extremely helpful - preferred. 
  • Ability to work Weekends and Holidays - required

 

What’s in it for you?

  • Free EPIC Pass to all of our resorts
  • Discounted coupons for friends and family
  • Shuttle bus from S. Lake Tahoe to Kirkwood
  • Carpool Incentive program
  • Discount with select industry manufactures
  • Discounted lodging at our Rock Resort Properties starting at $85/night
  • 50% off Colorado Mountain Express transportation
  • Food and beverage discounts at mountain dining locations
  • Retail discounts at Vail Resorts Retail stores
  • 10-25% off  at our Starbucks locations
  • Unique events! Including concerts, employee meals, employee activities, pro competitions!
  • On site medical clinic with benefits for employees
  • Job Share opportunities to work more hours if needed

Kirkwood is for those that embrace the big mountain lifestyle and are as passionate about skiing and riding as they are about creating amazing experiences for our guests. Magical, raw, expansive and remote…Kirkwood is the stuff of legend. We’re famous for legendary snowfall, challenging inbounds terrain, backcountry guided tours and premier avalanche education programs. Those that come here come for an adventure unique to Kirkwood! Join our close-knit team working at one of the most stunning alpine resorts in the country.

No transportation? Don't want to make the drive? No problem! We have an employee shuttle that runs EVERYDAY from South Lake Tahoe to Kirkwood, free of cost! We encourage all employees who don't want to make the commute themselves to jump on the shuttle, sit back and relax, on their way to work!
OR
If you would prefer to drive AND want to make some extra cash, you will definitely want to participate in our Employee Carpool Program! Make up to $25.00 a DAY just for driving your fellow employees to work!

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 143080