Assistant Manager: Golf maintenance

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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:

Assist the golf course superintendent in managing and maintaining golf course property, including the golf course and surrounding areas, maintenance equipment, golf cars, clubhouse grounds, and the teaching area. Train, direct and supervise golf maintenance technicians and gardening team. Assist in planning maintenance and project work to achieve long-range goals. Oversee scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish daily work. Keep accurate and complete records on maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, etc. Requires knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices; a working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices, methods, and an understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf. Requires some administrative ability, especially problem solving and decision making, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $52,000 - $71,158
• Employment Type: Year Round  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing and maintaining golf course properties, including the golf course and surrounding areas, maintenance equipment, golf cars, clubhouse grounds, and the teaching area.
• Schedule and assign personnel and equipment to accomplish daily work.
• Train, direct and supervise golf maintenance technicians, irrigation technician and gardening staff.
• Assist in the conceptualization and implementation of special projects.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, and irrigation totals.
• Communicate regularly with golf course superintendent and Golf Professional to discuss activities, plans, goals, and golfer input. 

Job Requirements

• 2- or 4-year degree in turfgrass related field.
• Basic skills with email, internet, and Microsoft package.
• Valid driver’s license. 
• 2 years of experience on a golf maintenance team.
• Experience working with golf irrigation systems.
• Golf maintenance supervisory experience.

The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances, click here

The expected pay range is $52,000 - $71,158. 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. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

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  513092
Reference Date: 01/05/2026 
Job Code Function: Golf Course Maintenance