Experienced Maintenance Technician

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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

The General Maintenance Technician II is an intermediate-level general maintenance professional responsible for preserving the safety, functionality, appearance, and overall condition of resort facilities and assets. This position performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and operational support services across guest accommodations, restaurants, conference facilities, pools, recreational amenities, public spaces, grounds, and operational support areas.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $26.03/hr

If hired into a tipped position, guaranteed to make a minimum of $20/hour, inclusive of tips (Add this bullet only for tipped roles) 

Employment Type: Year Round 

Shift Type: Full Time hours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 

Housing Availability: No

Position Expectations

This is an Intermediate General Maintenance Technician (Level II) position. Employees are expected to work independently on routine assignments, troubleshoot common maintenance issues, complete repairs with limited supervision, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute to a safe, clean, and guest-ready environment. While employees may assist with facility improvement projects and contractor coordination, this position is primarily focused on general maintenance, repair, preventive maintenance, and operational support responsibilities rather than formal project management or supervisory duties.

Physical Demands

Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and work for extended periods.

Ability to safely climb ladders, stairs, and elevated work areas.

Ability to work in mechanical rooms, confined spaces, rooftops, and outdoor environments.

Ability to safely operate tools, maintenance equipment, and company vehicles.

Ability to respond to emergency maintenance situations as required.

Job Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required.

Minimum four (4) continuous years of progressively responsible maintenance experience.

Experience utilizing a CMMS for work orders and preventive maintenance.

Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.

Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, painting, commercial door hardware, lock systems, pools, and general building maintenance.

Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.

Ability to work rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays, on-call rotations, and emergency response assignments as required.

Preferred Skills:

Experience in a resort, hotel, or hospitality environment.

Pool Operator certification or ability to obtain.

Trade training or certifications.

Experience assisting with small facility improvement, renovation, and maintenance projects.

Ability to coordinate materials, vendors, and contractors for projects of limited scope.

Experience operating mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs), scissor lifts, boom lifts, or similar equipment.

Experience operating commercial maintenance, grounds, or snow-removal equipment.

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $26.03/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  512022

Reference Date: 10/08/2025 

Job Code Function: Building Maintenance