Manager: Lift 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:

The Lift Maintenance Manager provides hands-on leadership, technical oversight, and operational support for all lift maintenance functions. This role ensures that lift systems are maintained to the highest safety and reliability standards while fostering a positive team culture built on safety, service, and continuous improvement.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $70,944.80 - $93,494.73 + annual bonus
• Employment Type: Year Round  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

Operational & Technical Excellence

• Lead daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all chairlifts, conveyor lifts, and surface lifts.
• Ensure safe and compliant operation in accordance with ANSI B77.1, state tramway regulations, and Vail Resorts policies.

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance plans and long-term equipment strategies.
• Support major project work including haul rope maintenance, gearbox service, and annual load testing.

• Respond promptly to lift issues and operational downtime.

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, train, and inspire a team of lift maintenance technicians.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities.
• Build a culture centered around safety, teamwork, accountability, and inclusivity.
• Manage scheduling, job assignments, and on-call rotations.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion Vail Resorts’ safety culture and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation including inspections, work orders, and logs.
• Partner with state inspectors and internal auditors.
• Lead incident reviews and follow-up actions.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate lift status updates and priorities with Mountain Operations teams.
• Support pre-season readiness, in-season operations, and off-season project work.
• Collaborate on capital projects, upgrades, and long-range planning.

Resource & Asset Management

• Oversee inventory of tools, equipment, and critical spare parts.
• Assist with budgeting and capital planning.
• Maintain safe and organized shop facilities.

Job Requirements:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Working knowledge of ANSI B77.1.
• Ability to work in varied mountain weather conditions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred

• Previous lift maintenance leadership experience.
• NSAA, RMLA, or manufacturing training.
• 3+ years of lift maintenance 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 $70,944.80 - $93,494.73 + annual bonus. 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  513689
Reference Date: 02/24/2026 
Job Code Function: Lift Maintenance