Experienced Equipment Operator

Experienced Equipment OperatorCreate 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 BenefitsSki/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessonsMORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramExcellent training and professional developmentReferral ProgramJob Summary: The Equipment Operator will operate a variety of equipment, trucks, and tractors for the purpose of mountain and utility repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities.Job SpecificationsStarting Wage: $22.00/hr. - $27.70/hr.Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027Shift Type: Full Time hours availableMinimum Age: At least 18 years of ageHousing Availability: NoJob ResponsibilitiesProvide routine maintenance to slopes and operate all equipment used by the Mt. Ops team including but not limited to Skid Steers, Forklifts and Backhoes.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.Work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, etc.Take directions and work as part of a team.Accurately troubleshoot equipment problems.Plays a helpful role and constructive role in training of new and developing operators.Other duties as assigned.Job RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED - preferredValid Driver's License – requiredPrevious heavy equipment experience - requiredPrevious guest service experience - requiredRead, Write, and Speak English fluently - requiredAbility to lift 50lbs and perform physical labor - requiredAbility to work outside in a high alpine environment - requiredAt least 1-year heavy equipment experience - requiredExperience using power tools - preferredThe expected pay range is $22.00/hr. - $27.70/hr.. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.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.