Assistant Manager Building Maintenance

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:

Strong supervisory and leadership skills, plus strong communication skills required. Will manage a staff up to 15 employees. Will take over day-to-day operations of the department so that the Director of Engineer can focus on the "big picture". A hand on approach is required to satisfy the job requirements of the Maintenance Manager Willingness to work with contractors and vendors to negotiate best possible outcome on pricing and schedules. Train employees to hotel standards, by keeping knowledgeable of company and industry standards. Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office, HVAC, Kitchen and Central Plant operations.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $68,000.00 - 78,000.00/year salary
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete knowledge at all Resort features / services, hours of operation, daily house-count and expected arrivals/departures to ensure work orders are scheduled around critical times; conduct monthly department meeting, insuring meetings are informative, upbeat and fun.
• Lead all daily line-ups to ensure the Vail/Rock Resort philosophy.
• Attend necessary meetings and functions to show support and to provide input towards the success of the Resort.
• Ensures compliance with company policy on vehicle operation.
• Attend to any work orders, guest requests, housekeeping requests, front desk requests, and room calls
• Work with outside contractors to provide necessary improvements or maintenance as directed.
• To carry ladder up and down stairs with required tools (may exceed 20 lbs). May require lifting arms above head and shoulders to work in ceiling (i.e. small leaks, electrical shorts, replace motors).
• Maintain records of all work activities and support materials
• Provide written reports to other departments as needed.
• Responsible for ordering parts and items necessary for repair of building and units.
• Oversee the training, counseling and discipline of engineering staff.
• Document engineering work in forms that can be directly applied to billing programAssist with preventative maintenance in common areas, back of house and guest rooms
• Review daily log books and stay informed about all day -to- day activities; Meet with Director of Engineering each morning prior to the line-up to discuss any opportunities and offer assistance.
• Promote open-door policy among staff members; Identify and resolve performance problems not in line with company standards/procedures in evaluation and discipline of staff; Administer fair employee performance appraisals in a timely manner.
• Achieves objectives through direction and delegation.
• Set standards for the department in image, appearance and grooming; properly represent the company and the department to outside organizations; Return Business telephone calls the same day
• Develop a list of department goals and objectives; Assist with planning for the execution of Resort projects.
• Control monthly all R&M and capital expenses within the budgeted or forecasted parameters; assist with the preparation of the R&M and capital expenditures budget.
• Establish, direct and maintain the appropriate organizational climate to meet the needs of the Resort’s employees and guests.
• Utilize the work order Management System to maintain the Resort and grounds in the highest possible standards.
• Direct and be an active part of the guest rooms and public area preventive maintenance program to achieve Rock Resorts standards.
• Reduce waste by 80% through recycling.
• Institute and maintain the utility management program to conserve energy without discomfort to internal and the external customers.
• Manage the inspection of all building systems and life-safty systems to insure minimum downtime, expense and discomfort to our guests.
• Effectively comply with all local codes.
• Coordinate all carpentry projects; Control painting and decorating; maintain plumbing systems, grounds and landscaping, and swimming pool and water features.
• Assist with coordination and control of all in-house and contractor projects.
• Oversee maintenance of the Central Plant; Maintain HVAC systems, Kitchen facilities, refrigeration systems, laundry facilities, electrical systems, and sewage systems; Maintain the energy management system, including continuous improvement.
• Learn , understand and energize The Vail / Rock Resort Standards among the engineering staff.
• Ensure employees maintain safe conditions and procedures in work areas and other associated areas.
• Practice emergency procedures in compliance with Resort/Company Standards; react and assist in Resort emergencysituations as needed.
• Other Duites as assigned

Job Requirements:

• College degree, technical school or equivalent related experience.
• Requires a minimum of five years of experience and a minimum of 3 years of Management experience in a similar position in a large hotel.
• 2-3 years supervisory experience
• Valid CO. License and at least 1 certification required (Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing). Licenses, or
  certifications in related field of work.
• Proficient skills required.
• Ability to Read, Write, and Speak English.
• Basic plumbing skills, knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems. Willing to work with changing shift schedules
• Able to work in all environments (indoor/outdoor) and weather conditions

Other Requirements:

• Heavy Machinery, boiler room, pool chemicals, and cleaning chemicals
• Hand and Power Tools, Office Equipment, and Vehicles
• Knowledge of safe and efficient use of all equipment and tools used on the job

The expected pay range is $68,000.00 - 78,000.00/year salary. 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 518360
Reference Date: 10/16/2026
Job Code Function: Building Maintenance