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Assistant Manager: Building Maintenance

Vail Resorts
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Jan 2026
💰 $65,000/yr($52,000/yr$65,000/yr)

About the role

 

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:

The Assistant Manager, Building Maintenance plays a key leadership role in overseeing building maintenance operations across both Wildcat and Attitash. This position ensures the efficient operation, inspection, and upkeep of all Base Area Facilities at both resorts. The Assistant Manager coordinates and supervises the daily activities of building maintenance technicians, overseeing routine, emergency, and preventative maintenance on utilities (gas, water, sewer, electrical), commercial kitchen equipment, and building electro‑mechanical systems.

In addition, this role partners with custodial, grounds, and parking teams to support a safe, functional, and guest‑ready environment. The Assistant Manager sets priorities, allocates resources across both resorts, and collaborates with other departments to ensure timely completion of tasks. Decisions are guided by established policies, procedures, and the business plan, with direction and oversight provided by the Manager of Base Experience while serving as a resort leader.

 

Job Specifications: 

  • Starting Wage: $52,000.00 - $65,000
  • Employment Type: Year Round
  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available
  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
  • Housing Availability: No

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Manage the work order tracking system & scheduling work load
  • Supervise maintenance on building heating and ventilating systems and controls
  • Supervise maintenance on commercial kitchen cooking equipment
  • Supervise seasonal painting and carpentry technicians on the completion of seasonal special projects as assigned
  • Assist in the trouble shooting and diagnose problems
  • Direct and Supervise daily upkeep, cleaning and disinfecting of all restroom facilities, common areas, and trash/recycling needs of the resort.
  • Assist resort seasonal shuttle service and parking plan. 
  • This position will have involvement with the hiring & disciplinary function related to Base Area Operations.
  • Exhibit strong customer service and supervisory skills
  • Work with corporate buyers to facilitate purchasing necessary materials to perform tasks.
  • Responsibilities include ensuring OSHA and governing body compliance in all aspects of the occupation
  • Other duties as assigned
     

Job Qualifications:

  • High School Degree, or equivalent
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Office
  • Experience in HVAC
  • Plumbing or Construction experien

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