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 Manager of Lift Maintenance will manage the preventative, predictive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance of all lifts in a proactive, safe, and efficient manner; provide the quality and service required by regulatory agencies and maintain the standards set forth by Vail Resorts. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and successfully lead a staff of experienced individuals, enabling the highest levels of training, execution, and job satisfaction while working toward excellent team cohesion and effectiveness.Job Specifications:
Wage: The budgeted range starts at $59,100- $79,530 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
Shift & Schedule Availability: Full-Time
Skill Level: Manager
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for the oversight and planning of all mechanical and electrical maintenance on all lifts to ensure a safe and efficient environment for Resort guests
Supports the professional growth and development of employees across all levels of the department, including hiring, scheduling, performance management, staff development, training, and the safety of the team
Responsible for oversight of department budgets as well as plans for the future development and capital improvements of all lift systems
Ensures all lifts are in compliance with company, state, and federal rules and regulations
Assure that all required records are maintained and kept up-to-date. This includes, all mechanical and operational procedures, maintenance and operations logs, lift failures, and incidents and downtime logs
Be able to follow safety and risk management policies and procedures
Collaborates effectively within the Lift Electrical, Lift Operation, and other Mountain Operation departments
Other duties as assigned (Will be included in all postings)
Job Requirements
5+ years of Lift Maintenance experience and proven competency in general mechanics and electrical
Prior leadership experience and strong management skills
Must have or ability to obtain a valid US driver's license
Ability to lift 50+ pounds
Ability to work efficiently at heights
Able to work outdoors in adverse mountain winter weather conditions
Must be willing to work flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, evening shifts, overtime, etc.
Intermediate ski/snowboard ability preferred
The expected pay range is $59,100 - $79,530 + annual bonus. 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 501582Reference Date: 05/22/2024Job Code Function: Lift Maintenance