Equipment Operations

Vail Resorts • Avon, CO

1d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

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).

Requirements

• Valid Drivers license and 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
• At least 1-year heavy equipment experience - required
• Able to lift and carry 100lbs

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED - preferred
• Previous heavy equipment experience - required
• Previous guest service experience - required
• Experience using power tools - preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate pickup trucks and a variety of equipment such as skid steers, backhoes, loaders, and tractors for the purpose of street, utility repair, maintenance, snow removal and construction.
• Provide excellent internal and external guest service.
• Monitor all equipment and make sure that all issues are addressed promptly and communicated with leads and manager.
• Operate light equipment such as shovels, rakes, back pack blowers, weed whips, power brooms and other hand operated tools.
• Perform routine traffic control to facilitate safe traffic flow.
• Provide labor for street operation maintenance, waste and litter removal, recycling efforts, and special event support.
• Attend Company training classes as required for position.

Benefits

• 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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED