Lift Maintenance

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.

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).

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:

Lift Maintenance employees will work under close supervision to maintain, repair, operate, and clean lift equipment under the direction of maintenance mechanics.

Job Specifications:

• Housing: Accepting Applications
• Expected Pay Range: $21.00 - $24.99 / hour
• Shift Availability: Full Time
• Skill Level: Entry

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist Lift Mechanics during the summer with preventative maintenance and special projects.
• Adhere to all safety protocols.
• Self motivator able to work independently on assigned task as well as play a support role on the lift maintenance team.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Current US driver's license with an acceptable driving record in order to operate ATV's and pickup trucks is required
• Prior lift operation knowledge and/or experience is preferred
• Prior mechanical experience is preferred
• Candidates must have good mechanical and communication skills
• Must be capable of working at heights
• Be able to lift more than 50 lb. frequently
• Enjoy working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Be a Qualified Climber or be able to obtain certification
• Must maintain a flexible schedule of four, ten-hour shifts, including holidays, weekends, etc

The expected pay range is $21.00 - $24.99. 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 500572
Reference Date: 02/20/2024
Job Code Function: Lift Maintenance