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
The Entry Level Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of resort buildings, grounds, facilities, and common areas. This position performs basic maintenance, minor repairs, painting, landscaping, inspections, and general facility support to help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for guests and employees. Working under the direction of the maintenance team, this role provides an excellent opportunity to develop maintenance and troubleshooting skills while contributing to the overall operation of the resort.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $23.00/hr
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
Job Responsibilities:
- Always provide superior service to our customers (internal and external).
- Perform basic maintenance and minor repairs throughout resort facilities, including doors, locks, fixtures, furniture, lighting, and building systems.
- Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing maintenance issues and report complex repairs to supervisors or senior technicians.
- Perform routine landscape maintenance including mowing, trimming, weeding, debris removal, and general grounds upkeep.
- Assist with snow removal operations, including shoveling, snow blowing, applying ice melt, clearing walkways, entrances, stairs, parking areas, and other resort facilities to help maintain safe conditions for guests and employees during winter weather.
- Maintain resort cleanliness by collecting trash, cleaning common areas, walkways, and outdoor spaces.
- Assist with interior and exterior painting projects, including surface preparation, painting, and cleanup.
- Conduct routine inspections of buildings, equipment, and grounds to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
- Complete assigned work orders, preventive maintenance tasks, and daily responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Safely operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, maintenance equipment, and company vehicles as required.
- Report all emergencies, safety concerns, equipment failures, and unusual conditions to immediate supervisors.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
- Follow all safety, company, and security procedures.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments regarding maintenance needs and project status.
- Assist with seasonal operations and special projects as assigned.
- Support the maintenance team in all other aspects of daily operations as business needs require.
Job Requirements:
- Previous maintenance, landscaping, custodial, construction, or general labor experience preferred but not required.
- Previous snow removal experience is preferred but not required; willingness to work outdoors in winter conditions and assist with snow and ice control efforts as needed.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn maintenance and repair skills.
- Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
- Basic understanding of building maintenance systems preferred.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, bending, walking, climbing ladders, and standing for extended periods.
The expected pay range is $21.00/hr - $23.00/hr. 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 516077
Reference Date: 07/21/2026
Job Code Function: Building Maintenance
