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 the Experienced Maintenance Technician, you will primarily focus on the maintenance and repairs of company equipment. You may also complete the general upkeep of aesthetics, such as painting and landscaping. This position is a great opportunity to learn new skills and gain knowledge in many aspects of maintenance and trades!


Job Specifications:

• Outlet: The Seasons at Avon
• Housing: May Be Available
• Expected Pay Range: $26.00 - $32.88 / hour
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
• Skill Level:Intermediate, Advanced


Job Responsibilities:

• Assure that the integrity of the resort assets is maintained.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs for assigned facilities and equipment.
• Provide training to entry and intermediate maintenance staff when required in job specific tasks.
• Plan, scope and coordinate projects with sub-contractors when required and obtain the required estimates.
• Order and maintain required parts for stock for critical equipment for assigned areas.
• Follow all safety procedures and alert supervisor to any unsafe conditions that may exist.
• Work with other departments and area managers as required.
• Possess your own hand tools and keeps them in a safe functional manner at all times.
• Maintain job logs updated daily.
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of refrigeration systems.
• Universal Refrigerant license
• Repair and replace parts, piping valves and other fittings, dry wall application, painting and other repair and maintenance duties.
• Very experienced in appliance installation, general mechanics, wood work, motor alignment and balancing and troubleshooting.
• Very knowledgeable with plumbing and systems, electrical, controls and kitchen equipment
• Knowledgeable on Lock out tag out procedure, OSHA, EPA, MSDS and PPE.
• Planning, prioritizing, organizing and controlling are key attributes.
• Attend training classes for job specific skills.
• Abide by all safety rules and regulations from corporate, State and Federal.
• Maintain good attitude and people skills even during high-pressure situations, be a good leader.
• Other duties as assigned related to function.


Job Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years experience in electrical, HVAC/R, or other trades - preferred

• Able and willing to work outside in all weather conditions while completing a variety of different tasks

• Strong communication, interpersonal and troubleshooting skills

• Have a strong focus on a safe work environment for yourself and your team.

• Mechanical aptitude is an asset

• Suits a self-motivated person that enjoys a sense of accomplishment

The expected pay range is $26.00 - $32.88. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.


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 500885
Reference Date: 03/11/2024
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