Grounds Maintenance Crew

Overview

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 — Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more. Apply today!

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 rediscovering) 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 passes along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service — our training and development experience — and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

• Ski/Mountain Perks:
  Free passes for employees, employee-discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons
• Additional discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

• 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

• Assist in a variety of maintenance work, including painting, landscaping, clearing the base area of weather elements, and other general maintenance tasks
• Provide additional support to other resort operations
• Other duties as assigned

• Follow procedures and guidelines to stay safe — safety is a priority
• Comfortable working both inside and outside in seasonal environments
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical work
• Ability to work weekends and holidays

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr 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 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 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.

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