Experienced Maintenance Technician

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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is 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:

To function as a team member within the Ski Area Building Maintenance department. Ability to make competent decisions while thinking of the customers and the resort’s interest at all times. Use skill-based knowledge to perform assigned tasks professionally at all times with a focus on efficiency and quality of work.  This position can cover many departments pertaining to repairs, upkeep, and preventative maintenance as requested.  People skills, planning, execution, control, and communication are essential in completing tasks efficiently and keeping the department informed on work status. Vail Resorts' core values are necessary to succeed in this function.

Job Specifications:

• Housing: May Be Available

• Expected Wage Range: $23.00 - $34.10 / hour

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time, Year Round

• Skill Level: Advanced

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure that company assets are maintained and repaired 

• Implement preventative maintenance programs for assigned facilities and equipment.
• Provide training to entry and intermediate maintenance staff when required in job-specific tasks.
• Plan, scope, and coordinate projects with subcontractors when required and obtain the required estimates.
• Order and maintain required parts for stock for critical equipment for assigned areas.
• Follow all safety procedures and alert the supervisor to any unsafe conditions that may exist.
• Work with other departments and area managers as required.
• Maintain job logs updated daily.
• Experienced in troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration systems.
• Repair and replace parts, piping, valves, and other fittings.
• Drywall application, painting, and other repair and maintenance duties.
• Very experienced in appliance installation, general mechanics, woodwork, motor alignment and balancing, and troubleshooting.
• Very knowledgeable with plumbing and systems, electrical, controls, and kitchen equipment
• Knowledgeable on Lock out tag out procedure, OSHA, EPA, MSDS, and PPE.
• Planning, prioritizing, organizing, and controlling are key attributes.
• Attend training classes for job-specific skills.
• Abide by all safety rules and regulations from corporate, State, and Federal.
• Maintain a good attitude and people skills even during high-pressure situations, and be a good leader.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in electrical, HVAC/R, or other trades.

• Universal Refrigerant license

• Maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s License.

• Able and willing to work outside in all weather conditions while completing a variety of different tasks 

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and troubleshooting skills 

• Have a strong focus on a safe work environment for yourself and your team. 

• Mechanical aptitude is an asset 

• Suits a self-motivated person who enjoys a sense of accomplishment 

• Possess your own hand tools and keep them in a safe, functional manner at all times.

The expected pay range is $23.00 - $34.10. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

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  508124
Reference Date: 04/26/2025 
Job Code Function: Building Maintenance