What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Shop Lead position at Vail Resorts Meetings & Events?
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
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 503871
Reference Date: 07/02/2024
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
- 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
- Expected Pay Range: $22.00 - $25.00 / hour
- Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
- Skill Level: Team Lead
- Our Fleet:
- Pisten Bully Snowcats
- Polaris & Ski-Doo Snowmobiles
- Heavy Equipment-Bobcat / John Deere / Case / JLG
- Light Duty Trucks-Ford/Chevy/GMC
- Several John Deere Gators
- Small Engine Equipment – Lawnmowers / Chainsaws
- Gas / Diesel Engine Repair and Diagnosis
- Drive Train Repair and Diagnosis
- Electrical Repair and Diagnosis
- Brake System Repair and Diagnosis
- Steering and Suspension Repair and Diagnosis
- Preventative Maintenance on Fleet Vehicles
- Snow Cat Fleet Maintenance, Repair and Diagnosis
- Shop Cleanliness
- Spill Prevention
- Training Assistance with Entry Level Employees
- Ordering and Inventory
- Company Wide Best Practice Group Involvement
- Misc. Mountain Maintenance Needs
- Other duties as assigned
- Candidate should have a minimum of 4 years vehicle maintenance experience specific to the types of vehicles in our fleet – Required
- Must have own tools and be willing to purchase more as necessary – Preferred
- Mechanical aptitude – Preferred
- Must Have or obtain a valid driver’s license / clean DMV record. – Required
- Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly – Required
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions (primary shop is on-mountain and work is often outdoors) – Required
- Must be able to work holidays and weekends – Required
- Must have high school degree or equivalent – Required
- Must be able to communicate clearly in English – Required
- Follow all shop safety practices and dress code.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment to hit our goals and expectations.
- Communicate with department heads and employees regarding equipment problems and repairs
- Document all work done and parts on work orders-Required
- Small engine repair experience is a benefit.
- Able to diagnosis and repair electrical and computer systems problems on modern vehicles.-Required
- Able to diagnosis and repair major mechanical systems on modern vehicles.-Required
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 503871
Reference Date: 07/02/2024
Salary : $22 - $25