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Holiday Help Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Lift Operator I (Winter)

Telluride, CO · On-site

$17.75 - $21/hr

Currently seeking Full Time/Part Time and Holiday Help. The Mission • Attentively load every guest and employee in a helpful and friendly manner. • Perform daily operations in a way that supports ...

Lift Operator I (Winter)

Mountain Village, CO · On-site

$17.75 - $21/hr

Currently seeking Full Time/Part Time and Holiday Help. The Mission • Attentively load every guest and employee in a helpful and friendly manner. • Perform daily operations in a way that supports ...

Lift Operator I (Winter)

Telluride, CO · On-site

$17.75 - $21/hr

Currently seeking Full Time/Part Time and Holiday Help. The Mission Attentively load every guest and employee in a helpful and friendly manner. Perform daily operations in a way that supports a Safe ...

Lift Operator I (Winter)

Telluride, CO · On-site

$17.75 - $21/hr

Currently seeking full time/part time and holiday help. The Mission · Attentively load every guest and employee in a helpful and friendly manner. · Perform daily operations in a way that supports a ...

Holiday Gift Merchandiser

Granby, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Join locally owned Country Ace Hardware and help create an inviting, inspiring shopping experience ... This role focuses heavily on holiday merchandising (including our Winter Wonderland), then ...

Holiday Gift Merchandiser

Granby, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Join locally owned Country Ace Hardware and help create an inviting, inspiring shopping experience ... This role focuses heavily on holiday merchandising (including our Winter Wonderland), then ...

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How much do holiday help jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for holiday help in Colorado is $12.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.73 and $14.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Holiday Help?

A Holiday Help is a temporary employee hired by businesses, especially in retail and hospitality, to assist during busy holiday seasons. Their duties often include helping customers, restocking shelves, gift wrapping, cashiering, and maintaining store appearance. These positions are ideal for those seeking short-term work and can offer flexible hours. Holiday Help roles provide valuable work experience and sometimes lead to permanent employment opportunities.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a holiday help?

As a Holiday Help team member, your daily tasks often include assisting customers with finding products, restocking shelves, handling gift wrapping, and supporting checkout operations during peak holiday periods. You may also help with organizing merchandise displays and maintaining a tidy shopping environment. Collaboration with other team members and clear communication with management are essential, as the fast-paced nature of the holiday season requires flexibility and teamwork. This role is ideal for those who enjoy engaging with customers and working in a dynamic retail setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as holiday help, and why are they important?

To thrive as Holiday Help, you need strong customer service skills, reliability, and the ability to handle high-volume environments, often with no formal education required. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management tools, or basic retail software is typically beneficial. Outstanding interpersonal skills, teamwork, and a positive attitude help you stand out when assisting customers and supporting colleagues during busy periods. These skills ensure efficient, friendly service and smooth operations during peak holiday seasons when demand and customer expectations are highest.

What is the difference between Holiday Help vs Retail Associate?

AspectHoliday HelpRetail Associate
CredentialsNone typically requiredHigh school diploma often preferred
Work EnvironmentTemporary, seasonal retail settingsYear-round retail stores
Employer & IndustryRetail stores hiring seasonal staffRetail stores, supermarkets, malls
Search & Comparison IntentSeasonal, temporary retail jobsOngoing retail employment opportunities

Holiday Help positions are temporary, seasonal roles primarily during holidays, requiring minimal credentials. Retail Associates work year-round in retail environments, often with more responsibilities. While Holiday Help is ideal for seasonal workers, Retail Associates offer continuous employment in retail settings.

What are the most commonly searched types of Help jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Help jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Holiday Help jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Holiday Help job openings:

Infographic showing various Holiday Help job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $26,595 per year, or $12.8 per hour.

Ski Cub Instructor - HOLIDAY HELP

TSG Ski & Golf, LLC

Telluride, CO

$23.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

SEEKING HELP SPECIFICALLY FOR HOLIDAYS AND SPRING BREAK!

This role has a minimum of 19 days for the season

Shifts are in the mornings for 3-4 hours

MUST HAVE HOLIDAY AND WEEKEND AVAILABILITY

**Please note: There is no employee housing available for this position**

Summary:  Provide an unmatched group or private lesson experience for each Nursery Ski Cub guest.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following and other duties as assigned.

  • Explains and demonstrates principles, techniques, and methods of regulating movement of body, hands, or feet to achieve proficiency in activity.

  • Observes students (ages 2.5-4 years) during practice to detect and correct mistakes.

  • Explains and enforces safety rules and regulations.

  • Responsible for understanding scheduling resources and check schedule on a bi-weekly basis.

  • Managing personal schedule with supervisor or manager.

  • Provides a guest experience that exceeds the guest's expectations.

  • Explains and demonstrates use of apparatus and equipment.

  • Supports Telluride Ski & Golf sustainability initiatives.

  • Adheres to Telluride Ski & Golf policies and procedures.

  • Knowledge of and adheres to Skier Responsibility Code and Colorado Skier Safety Act.

Supervisory Responsibilities:        

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to the highest standards. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

  • Must have baby-sitting or other childcare experience.

  • Infant and Child CPR and First Aid.

Language Skills:    

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills:      

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:           

Ability to apply common sense and understanding, to carry out written or oral instructions, and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be an intermediate or better skier, comfortable on intermediate slopes.

  • Able to gain PSIA Level 1 Certification.

  • Basic Knowledge and understanding of child development and abilities from birth to five years.

  • High physical and mental energy level.

  • Quick reflexes and responses.

  • Patience.

  • Positive attitude.

  • Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime.

  • Must be able to function effectively at elevations of 10,000 feet or higher.

  • Must be able to function effectively in inclement weather conditions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 lbs and occasionally life and/or move up to 100 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The starting wage for this position is $23.50/hr DOE. 

Benefits include paid sick leave, ski pass, discounted lift tickets, lift tickets at other CO resorts, discounted employee shuttles and discounted meals and lodging and ski school discounts