Lead Product Sales

Vail Resorts • Truckee, CA

12d • $22 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

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 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. Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• 2+ years’ experience in customer service or ticket sales required
• Flexibility to work both inside and outside with exposure to the elements
• Adherence to safety standards and procedures as a core company value.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Basic computer proficiency including the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs

Nice To Haves

• A Lead is a flexible employee who often works and leads across multiple departments and in various roles to support the one resort mentality which could include one of the following: Mountain Activities, Ticket Sales, Pass Sales, Call Centers, Ski and Ride Schools

Responsibilities

• Model exceptional guest service by creating meaningful, personalized interactions and consistently bringing Vail Resorts’ commitment to Epic Service to life
• Serve as the on-floor operational leader and trusted expert across all PSS lines of business—including tickets, passes, Ski & Ride School, activities, and greeter functions—ensuring a seamless and elevated guest experience.
• Inspire and coach the team to consistently reflect the resort brand and culture across every stage of the guest journey—from purchase to wayfinding to departure.
• Lead daily operations with presence and accountability, including opening and closing procedures, real-time decision-making, break coordination, and service flow oversight.
• Act as a “leader of the moment,” stepping in to support team members, remove obstacles, and ensure consistent execution of service standards during both peak and off-peak periods.
• Take ownership of complex guest needs, de-escalation, and service recovery situations, resolving concerns with confidence, empathy, and sound judgment or partnering with leadership as needed.
• Build strong relationships and communicate professionally across channels—including in person, phone, and email—with guests, travel partners, property teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Support team success through training, hands-on coaching, knowledge sharing, and in-the-moment guidance that builds confidence and capability across the team.
• Reinforce a culture of recognition and accountability by providing timely, constructive feedback to leadership and celebrating strong individual and team performance.
• Maintain deep, current knowledge of resort products, policies, and operations, serving as a key resource for both guests and team members.
• Partner cross-functionally in a professional manner with all resort departments to proactively address operational needs and ensure alignment in delivering a seamless guest journey.
• Oversee the readiness and functionality of the sales environment, including facilities, equipment, and inventory, and coordinate with Facilities, IT, and other teams to quickly resolve issues.
• Promote a safe, organized, and welcoming environment by maintaining awareness of conditions and ensuring operational standards are consistently met.
• Demonstrate flexibility, ownership, and a team-first mindset while supporting evolving business needs and performing other duties as assigned.
• Support daily setup and teardown of PSS locations, including pulling reports, organizing signage and stanchions, and ensuring spaces are properly prepared and secured.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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