Environmental Agent

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:

As Environmental Event Help, you will support essential waste management operations during concerts, festivals, and special events. Working alongside the Sustainability Team, you will help set up, manage, and break down trash, recycling, and compost services to ensure proper waste sorting and disposal. This role is a great opportunity to support the resort’s waste reduction goals while contributing to smooth, guest focused event operations. You will perform a variety of tasks throughout your shift and are expected to be flexible, engaged, and service oriented.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $22.92/hr
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026 
• Shift Type: Part Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 
• Housing Availability: No
• Required Availability:
• June 12, 13, and 14
• July 2, 3, and 4
• Various weekend shifts throughout the summer
• Skill Level: Entry Level

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of event waste management, including but not limited to:
• Engaging with guests and answering questions related to sustainability and waste sorting
• Moving, servicing, and monitoring recycling and landfill bins
• Setting up and taking down tents and event infrastructure
• Supporting other departments as needed during events
• Act as flexible labor support for various sustainability projects and events
• Perform general waste management duties throughout shifts
• Complete other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Ability to follow established safety procedures and guidelines to ensure personal and team safety
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in seasonal environments
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (22.6 kg)
• Ability to remain on your feet and perform physical work for extended periods
• Strong customer service skills preferred
• Availability to work afternoons, weekends, and holidays is mandatory

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $22.92/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  514396
Reference Date: 04/22/2026 
Job Code Function: Environmental