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 June 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 Skilled Maintenance Crew (Painter) team performs critical operations in the base area to deliver an incredible arrival experience. This entry-level position is a great opportunity to learn new skills and gain knowledge in many aspects of maintenance and resort operations.  

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $21.47/hr - $26.29/hr  

• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026  

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: No 

Job Responsibilities:

• Prep, drywall, basic carpentry, painting, and clean up.  

• Track and recode their timesheet daily.  

• Use skill-based knowledge and experience to perform assigned tasks in a professional manner at all times.  

• Focus on productivity, efficiency, and quality every day.  

• Adhere to all resort and department policies. 

• Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• At least 2 years of painting experience. 

• Be able to climb ladders or scaffolding. 

• Able to lift 50 lbs. 

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, drywall, and painting. 

• Must check out and take care of company tools daily. 

• Valid Driver’s license. 
• Maintain a good attitude and work with others on their team.

The expected pay range is $21.47/hr - $26.29/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  514430
Reference Date: 04/22/2026 
Job Code Function: Building Maintenance

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