Base Area Attendant

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area • Dillon, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Arapahoe Basin is hiring a seasonal Base Area Attendant for its Base Area Operations department. The position maintains the ski area’s base area and supports a wide range of tasks for other departments, while interacting with guests and working outdoors in a high-alpine mountain environment. The stated start date is early to mid-January 2026. The hourly pay range is $20.00–$22.00 for Stage I, with eligibility for a staging program that can increase the range to $20.50–$22.50 per hour at Stage II, subject to the stated requirements.

The work is performed on uneven, snow- and ice-covered dirt parking lots, pavement, and concrete. Work areas may be exposed to high winds and blowing snow, and may involve vehicles and loud machinery. This is a guest-facing position with frequent guest interaction. Employees may be eligible for benefits including resort passes and discounts, medical, dental, vision and life coverage, paid parental leave, a 401(k) plan with company match, and financial assistance and mental health resources, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills and willingness to greet and engage positively with guests.
• Ability to work outdoors in a high-alpine mountain environment.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Must be available on weekends and holidays.
• Ability to withstand high-altitude conditions at all times.
• Ability to stand, walk, and navigate stairs throughout a 10+ hour shift.
• Ability to shovel and chip ice.
• Ability to bend, twist, kneel, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Stage II requires fulfilling all Stage I requirements, safely and efficiently operating a skid steerer/bobcat and snow blower, and driving guest shuttle vehicles when needed.
• Stage II requires a successful motor vehicle record background check, three months of previous base area experience, and a positive 60-day performance review.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record background check is preferred for Stage I.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shovel snow in the base area and around buildings, entrances, exits, stairs, and walkways.
• Spread ice melt and chip ice when necessary.
• Direct traffic in parking lots and guide vehicles into orderly parking spaces.
• Answer guest questions and direct guests to ski area services.
• Collect trash and recycling while promoting sustainability efforts.
• Assist with snow removal, including removing snow from roofs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• At Stage II, operate a skid steerer/bobcat and snow blower safely and efficiently.
• At Stage II, drive A-Basin guest shuttle vehicles when needed based on staffing and business volumes.

Benefits

• Free season pass to Arapahoe Basin and all Alterra Resorts.
• Discounted friends and family tickets.
• Discounted Ikon Pass for eligible employees.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life coverage for eligible employees.
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match.
• Ski area discounts for rentals, retail, Silverthorne Recreation Center, and food and beverage outlets.
• Discounted equipment rentals and pro-deals.
• Financial assistance and mental health resources through TELUS.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED