Leavenworth, WA, US
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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 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.
Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).
Employee 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
To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary
Job Summary:
The Lead Equipment Operations will operate a variety of equipment, trucks and tractors for the purpose of street and utility repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities.
Job Specifications:
Expected Pay Range: $22.00/Hr - $34.10/Hr
Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
Skill Level: Advanced
Job Responsibilities
Operate all equipment owned by the Metro District for street and utility repair, maintenance, snow removal and construction of facilities.
Performs all tasks for group, including operations of the full range of heavy equipment vehicles.
Organizes and delegates daily workload of employees within area of responsibility.
Enforces policies, procedures and safety guidelines.
Assist with scheduling of staff for coverage of all positions.
Provides year-round training and guidance to staff.
Fabricate and weld in an advanced capacity.
Perform planning, solutions and execution of projects as need arises.
Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on all equipment used e.g. checking fluids, functional components, cleaning, tire changing, plow maintenance, broom/brush replacement, etc.
Perform landscape maintenance activities such as watering, stake removal / installation, pruning and irrigation maintenance.
Perform un-skilled and semi-skilled and skilled labor in support of normal work activities such as using shovels, rakes, jackhammers, power tools, mowers, weed whips, etc.
AXend Company training classes as required for position.
Perform other duties as required and may be assigned
Job Requirements
Valid Class A CDL license and clean driving record
Minimum of 5 years heavy equipment experience
High school diploma or equivalent - required
Able to read, write, speak, understand and comprehend English fluently - required
Able to lift and carry 50 lbs - required
Able to work in outdoors in an alpine environment
The expected pay range is $22.00/Hr - $34.10 /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.
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 508319
Reference Date: 05/08/2025
Job Code Function: Equipment Ops
