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
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Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
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MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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Employee Assistance Program
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Excellent training and professional development
Referral Program
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Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
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Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
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Free ski passes for dependents
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Critical Illness and Accident plans
Job Summary:
The Custodial Maintenance Team Lead performs critical operations in the base area to deliver an incredible arrival experience. This position is a great opportunity to learn new skills and gain knowledge in many aspects of maintenanceand resort operations.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $23.00/hr - $26.88/hr
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Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
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Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities:
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Communicate with day shift operations to give and receive pertinent information.
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Beginning of each shift set the tone; communicate expectations and delegate tasks and staff to achieve workloadresults.
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Communicate with Supervisor to ensure seamless workload results.
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Responsible for keeping Resort facilities clean during non-operative hours.
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Responsible for supervising staff to achieve custodial tasks.
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Understand the standards of all job tasks, and then coach staff to excel.
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Ensure the Custodial Department presents a positive public image of Okemo Mountain Resort through workperformed and positive interactions with our guests.
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Ensure thorough, consistent training of staff members.
- Provide quality work then audit outcomes to accepted standards.
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Lead by example. Set proper appearance and conduct standards for custodial staff.
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Control inventory of custodial supplies by maintaining inventory records.
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Maintain equipment and tools in good operating condition.
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Ensure safe workplace environment.
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Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
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Intermediate ski or snowboard ability preferred but not required.
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Ability and willingness to ride chairlifts.
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Must have a Valid Driver's License & Satisfactory Driving Record (in accordance with VR Drivers Policy).
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Must be able and willing to work 1st and 2nd shifts.
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Must be able and willing to work weekends and holidays.
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Must be able to lift up to perform medium work (defined as exerting up to 50lbs of force occasionally).
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Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
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Must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions.
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Strong communication skills; communications in a positive, solution oriented way to proactively address maintenance and operational needs.
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Teamwork: able to work effectively with activities leadership and other department staff to plan, schedule, and complete maintenance tasks on time.
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Organizational skills: able to organize and accomplish a wide variety of tasks and prioritize daily work to maximize productivity and efficient maintenance of all activities.
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Strong troubleshooting skills
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Ability to adapt quickly in a highly dynamic work environment
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Ability to learn to use chemicals as directed
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Must possess visual acuity necessary for visual inspection involving work at a distance or within arm's reach and sanitation.
The expected pay range is $23.00/hr - $26.88/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 515642
Reference Date: 07/10/2026
Job Code Function: Base Area Ops
