Intermediate Equipment Operator

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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
  
  

Job Summary

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The Intermediate Equipment Operator will operate a variety of equipment, trucks and tractors for the purpose of street and utility repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities.

Job Specifications

• Expected Pay Range: $26.44 - $32.88 / hour
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
• Four fixed - 10 hours days with the possibility of overtime
• Skill Level: Intermediate with Class A or B (CDL required)
  

Job Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment and vehicles for the purpose of street and utility repair, maintenance, snow removal and facility upkeep of the Metro District entities.
• Provide year-round routine maintenance for roads throughout the resort.
• Winter duties include utilizing skid steers, fork li4s, loaders and backhoes for snow removal.
• Summer duties include repair and maintenance of signs and guard rails, painting and crack sealing.
• Perform un-skilled, semi-skilled and skilled labor in support of normal work activities such as using shovels, rakes, jackhammers, power tools, mowers, weed whips, etc.
• Perform maintenance of signs, repairs, and general maintenance.
• Beginner to immediate welding skills.
• Pick up and deliver a variety of materials such as topsoil, road base, asphalt, water and other building matter.
• Able to take directions and work as part of a team.
• Attend Company training classes as required for position.
• Perform other duties as required and may be assigned.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Valid Class A or B CDL - required
• Clean driving record - required
• High school diploma or equivalent - required
• Able to read, write, speak, understand, and comprehend English fluently – required
• Able to lift and carry 50 lbs. - required
• Able to work outdoors in an alpine environment.
  
  

The expected pay range is $26.44 - $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 504938

Reference Date: 09/06/2024

Job Code Function: Equipment Ops