Experienced Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:

At Vail Resorts, our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests.

The Signs and Closures Advanced Maintenance Technician is a Summer Seasonal, non-union position responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of key summer operations projects at Keystone Resort. This role plays a critical part in preparing mountain infrastructure for winter operations, with a focus on Signs and Closures, Pads and Trail Maintenance, Winter facilities, weather stations, and Snow Safety support infrastructure.

This position operates as a field-based, technical role requiring a high level of independence, problem-solving, and ownership. Responsibilities include spring teardown, construction and maintenance of signage and closure systems, manufacturing and upkeep of Trail Maintenance items and systems, weather station upkeep, and support of patrol and snow safety equipment and facilities.

Success in this role is measured by the ability to take initiative, execute projects efficiently, maintain high standards of work quality, and contribute to a safe and collaborative operational environment

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $29.15/hr  
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: No 
   

Job Responsibilities:

• Alignment with Vail Resorts’ mission and values
  • Actively participate in maintaining a culture of excellence, equality and collaboration
• Participate in and support daily resort operations
• Set an example for others to follow
  • Adherence to uniform standards
  • Proactive, positive and enthusiastic team player
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented perspective
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Interface with and be a liaison for other departments involved with ski area operations

Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift and ski with a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl in all weather conditions in a high alpine environment 

Job Qualifications:

• Snowmobile level 2 required with ability to achieve level 3 in a reasonable amount of time
• Valid driver’s license - Required
• Excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills - Required
• Ability to effectively work within a team – Required
• Time Management & organizational skills – Required
• Leadership ability – Required
• Strong Decision-making skills – Required
• Expert skiing/riding skills - Required
• Competent with Windows based programs; specifically, Microsoft Office - Required