Golf Course Summer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

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 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:

Members of Golf Maintenance Team are responsible for maintaining the landscaping, irrigation, and grounds maintenance systems for the Golf Course. Work in conjunction with other Maintenance teammates, as well as the Golf Guest Services Team to ensure all staff is aware of changes in the weather, maintenance issues, or incidents on the course. Enjoy perks such as Golf employee course discounts, retail, lodging, and restaurant discounts, career development and leadership classes, a Free Epic Pass, and more!

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $24.69/hr
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs more skilled tasks required for daily maintenance and upkeep of golf course grounds.
• Mows greens, tees, fairways and roughs, bunkers and waterways, laying sod and plugging/seeding greens; responsible for rolling and verticutting.
• Assists in the maintenance of the irrigation system and the application of fertilizers and pesticides.
• Performs skilled project work as needed and operates specialized equipment including tractors and topdressing equipment.
• Exercises sound judgement in evaluating systems, informing supervisor of potential problems and taking corrective action when deemed necessary.
• Works in a safe manner at all times, and maintains a safe work environment for everyone.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Adhere to golf course professional appearance and grooming standards.
• Strong attention to detail and a can-do attitude.
• Able to work outdoors in variable conditions.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Maintain a flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, holidays, etc.
• Valid Driver’s License - required.
• At least 3 years Golf Course Maintenance experience – required. 

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $24.69/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  513491
Reference Date: 02/25/2026 
Job Code Function: Golf Course Maintenance