Assistant Manager, Lift Experience

Job overview

The Assistant Manager, Lift Experience role is onsite in Hunter, NY, with a starting wage of $25.00–$32.14 per hour. This is a winter seasonal 2026/2027 position with full-time hours available. Vail Resorts’ Lift Experience Team aims to provide employees and guests with a seamless experience from maze entrance to lift unloading. The assistant manager leads daily lift operations and staff while supporting safe lift use and guest service. The role coordinates training, schedules, performance feedback, and operational procedures to help maintain safety and a positive guest experience.

What you'll do

• Lead daily lift operations, including staff scheduling, lift documentation, and opening and closing procedures
• assist with meetings and on-mountain training
• monitor operator performance and provide feedback
• enforce applicable safety laws, policies, and procedures
• coordinate with ski patrol, mountain safety, lift maintenance, and lift electric
• resolve guest questions and complaints
• train and inspect operations
• support departmental strategies and performance indicators
• assist with snow and ice removal and safe lift maze areas
• communicate issues and maintain employee schedules
• conduct coaching, disciplinary sessions, and performance reviews.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant manager

lift experience

lift operations

winter seasonal 2026/2027

full-time hours available

guest service

safety

staff scheduling

hunter ny

vail resorts

$25.00-$32.14/hour

mountain operations

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Free employee ski passes and ski lessons
• discounted lift tickets for friends and family
• discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• training and professional development
• referral program.

Why this role

Winter seasonal 2026/2027; full-time hours available; requires 2–3 years of lift or mountain operations experience and a high school diploma or GED; work may include nights, holidays, and weekends.

About the employer

Vail Resorts is hiring for this role. Industry: Skiing Facilities. Sector: 71.