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:
In this leadership role, the Swing Shift Maintenance Team Lead is responsible for supporting the Building Maintenance Manager as well as leading the day-to-day work of the Maintenance Team across both villages and base areas. Main areas of focus include Building Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, and Snow Removal for the Resort and HOAs.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $24.00/hr - $35.74/hr
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides day-to-day supervision and leadership of building maintenance team members
- Performs daily work duties and tasks alongside team members and ensures all work is completed to a high standard
- Supervises special projects and third-party vendors as necessary
- Implements and models safety policies and procedures for the department
- Ensures the most important work is prioritized, and can quickly adjust the team’s focus as new priorities appear
- Utilizes work order software (Maintain X) and other technology proficiently
- Communicates efficiently and effectively with all stakeholders, especially HOA partners
- Builds positive relationships with internal and external customers
- Assists with scheduling, training, motivating and managing the performance of the maintenance team
- Creates a culture of professionalism, accountability and alignment
- Adheres to, models and holds employees accountable to Vail Resorts values, as well as department policies, procedures, appearance standards and safety expectations
- Is committed to providing an “Experience of a Lifetime” for our employees and guests.
- Represents Manager when required
- All other duties as required/assigned
Job Requirements:
- Advanced working knowledge in four of the following skill sets: Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC, Grounds Maintenance and Snow Removal. 2 years diagnostic and repair experience necessary.
- Ability to lead and develop others on their team.
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Willing and able to learn additional technology as required.
- Able to work a flexible schedule including varied hours, weekends, holidays, and on call hours.
- Able to work in all weather conditions.
- Ability to lift 60 lbs. repeatedly.
- Exposure to high noise levels with certain machinery.
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English – verbal and written.
- Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Skiing or snowboarding proficiency necessary – intermediate-level terrain skills test will be required
The expected pay range is $24.00/hr - $35.74/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 513233
Reference Date: 01/19/2026
Job Code Function: Building Maintenance
