Job Specifications
Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/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
Provide routine maintenance to slopes and operate all equipment used by the Mt. Ops team including but not limited to Skid Steers, Forklifts and Backhoes.
Monitor all equipment and make sure that all issues are addressed promptly and communicated with Vehicle Maintenance.
Physical Labor will be required due to the broad scope of the jobs that will be done for the resort.
Work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, etc.
Take directions and work as part of a team.
Accurately troubleshoot equipment problems.
Plays a helpful role and constructive role in training of new and developing operators.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED - preferred
Valid Driver's License – required
Previous heavy equipment experience - required
Previous guest service experience - required
Read, Write, and Speak English fluently - required
Ability to lift 50lbs and perform physical labor - required
Ability to work outside in a high alpine environment - required
Job Requirements
At least 1-year heavy equipment experience - required
Experience using power tools - preferred
High school diploma or equivalent
Able to read, write, speak, understand and comprehend English fluently
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Able to lift and carry 100lbs
The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $23.00/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 515753
- Reference Date: 07/14/2026
- Job Code Function: Equipment Ops
