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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 December 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:

As the Experienced Building Maintenance, you will have the ability to make competent decisions while thinking of the customers and resorts interest at all times. This position can cover many departments pertaining to repairs, upkeep, and preventative maintenance as requested.  Vail resorts core values are necessary to succeed in this function.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $22.26/hr - $27.83/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Assure that the integrity of the resort assets is maintained.
• Abide by all safety rules and regulations from corporate, State and Federal.
• Comply with preventative maintenance programs for rooms, public areas and equipment, with automated systems as supplied.
• Provide training to Tech staff when required in job specific tasks (As specialized).
• Computer skills necessary: Will be trained on all applicable company and engineering maintenance systems.
• Coordinate projects with subcontractors when required.
• Order and maintain stock for critical equipment for assigned areas using the purchase order system.
• Follow all safety procedures and alert supervisor to any unsafe conditions that may exist.
• Work with other departments and area managers as required for property improvement.
• Maintain job logs updated daily.
• Repair and replace parts, piping valves and other fittings, dry wall application, painting and other repair and maintenance duties.
• Good knowledge in appliance installation, general mechanics, woodwork and troubleshooting of same.
• Knowledgeable with plumbing, electrical, controls systems, kitchen equipment and HVAC.
• Knowledgeable on Lock out tag out procedure, OSHA, EPA and MSDS.
• Planning, organizing and controlling are key attributes to succeed in this function.
• Attend training classes for job specific skills as required.
• Maintain good attitude and people skills even during high-pressure situations, be a good leader.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of maintenance.
• Performs a variety of tasks including shoveling, snow removal and other resort-based operations
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 2-4 year:  Trade school; Plumbing, electrical, mechanical, artisan handy man or HVAC, experience required.
• Microsoft Office
• Read write and speak English Fluent
• Public relations Skills, Good administrative and leadership skills
• Ability to get things done, more than basic HVAC, electrical, plumbing, framing knowledge required.
• Planning, organizing, working independently and controlling are key attributes

The expected pay range is $22.26/hr - $27.83/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  515584
Reference Date: 07/14/2026 
Job Code Function: Building Maintenance