Job Description

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:

This position ensures the safe and reliable mechanical operation of lifts, with emphasis on proficiency, instruction, safety, and leadership in all areas of Lift Maintenance. This department is responsible for the safe transport of guests and employees on the mountain. The role is perfect for someone who wants to learn and grow with the department and build a career in the ski industry.

Job Specifications: 

• Expected Pay Range: $21.00 - $30.05 / hour
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full-Time / Year-Round
• Skill Level:  Entry, Intermediate

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair the assigned lifts
• Utilize technical knowledge, skills, and abilities to optimize equipment downtime
• Engages around priorities to foster engagement, collaboration, and results
• Be able to follow safety and risk management policies and procedures
• Supports the professional growth and development of employees across all levels of the organization, working closely with Lift Operations
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Mechanical/electrical aptitude or lift operations experience  

• Must have or ability to obtain a valid US driver's license 

• Ability to work efficiently at heights 

• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds 

• Able to work outdoors in adverse mountain winter weather conditions 

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, evening shifts, overtime, etc.  

• Able to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level or above preferred

The expected pay range is $21.00 - $30.05. 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  506766
Reference Date: 01/22/2025 
Job Code Function: Lift Maintenance

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