Bike Mechanic

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 Epic 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 June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! 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

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:

Our Bike Mechanics are responsible for assisting in store service operations, to expertly provide quality tune-ups and repairs, building bikes and offer a world-class customer experience, contributing to the success of the team and the entire company.

Job Specifications:

• Outlet: Epic Mountain Gear - Littleton, CO
• Expected Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.76 / hour

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Part Time

• Skill Level: Entry

Job Responsibilities:

• Building new bikes and completing initial service/safety checks
• Completing routine maintenance; brake bleeds, derailleur adjustments, trueing wheels, suspension service etc
• Fixing bikes as and when they break; flat tires, broken derailleur cables, changing parts etc
• Maintaining workshop standards at all times
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year bike mechanic experience in a retail store
• Previous experience with various bike components, service tools, and machinery
• Passion for cycling / bicycles
• Ability to build all levels of bikes from the box to a safe, ride ready bike
• Ability to stand and move in an active, team-oriented environment for extended periods
• Ability to communicate fluently with co-workers and guests in accurate spoken and written English
• Basic computer skills
• Commitment to exceptional customer service
• Ability to work a  flexible schedule; including nights, holidays and weekends

The expected pay range is $20.00 - $22.76. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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  501205
Reference Date: 04/10/2024 
Job Code Function: Store Operations