Lead Housekeeper

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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

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Job Summary:

The Team Lead Housekeeper is responsible for the management of contractors and internal employees in order to maintain the cleanliness of many different areas on the mountain and at the bases of the resort. The essential job function is to manage and assist in the cleaning and inspection of facilities to ensure the cleanliness and safety of property, guests, and personnel. This position manages multiple third-party contracted staff.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $29.22/hr

• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the responsibilities of contracted workers.

• Manage a small staff of internal employees who ski to and clean different areas on the mountain.

• Schedule cleanings and ensure they are completed

• Provide superior service to our customers (internal and external) at all times.

• Monitor staff workloads to ensure efficiency, and ensure that proper levels of service are delivered.

• Assist in scheduling and completing deep cleans.

• Assist in cleaning as needed.

• Move supplies across the resort and ensure our teams have the necessary items to complete their work. This includes the ability to consistently move boxes weighing up to 30lbs.

• Make scheduled checks of facilities to ensure cleanliness and safety of property.

• Respond to emergency situations quickly and efficiently.

• Maintain daily records and logs of janitorial activities – file required reports.

• Facilitate budget preparation.

• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Experience managing contracts.

• At least two years of custodial or housekeeping experience preferred.

• Supervisory experience preferred.

• Clean driving record required.

• Ability to deal with guests and personnel in a courteous and efficient manner.

• Ski or snowboard ability preferred.

• Spanish fluency preferred.

• Ability to be exposed to inclement weather conditions.

• Ability to work standing for long periods of time.

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, bend, squat, etc.

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $29.22/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 515743

Reference Date: 07/14/2026

Job Code Function: Housekeeping