Experienced Equipment Operator Job at Vail Resorts, Keystone, CO

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  • Vail Resorts
  • Keystone, CO

Job Description

 

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 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.

 

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

 

Employee 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

 

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

 

Job Summary:

The Experienced Equipment Operator will operate a variety of equipment, trucks and tractors for the purpose of street and utility repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities.  

Job Specifications:

  • Starting Wage: $22.26/hr - $27.83/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:

  • Operate all equipment used by the Mt. Ops team  
  • 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. Responsible for all aspects of Mountain operations. 
  • Maintenance of signs and repairs and general maintenance.  
  • Able to take directions and work as part of a team  
  • Accurately troubleshoot equipment problems.  
  • Other duties as assigned  

Job Requirements:

  • At least 1-year heavy equipment experience 
  • High school diploma or equivalent  
  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English  
  • Valid driver's license and clean drivinag record  
  • Class A or B CDL License is required for this position 
  • Able to lift & carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Able to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment  

 

The expected pay range is $22.26/hr - $27.83/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 515759
Reference Date: 07/14/2026 
Job Code Function: Equipment Ops
  

Job Tags

Full time, Seasonal work, Local area, Shift work

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