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Environmental Agent

Vail Resorts
Crested Butte, CO, US, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 May 2026
💰 $45,840/yr($40,000/yr$45,840/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 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 Environmental Operations department is looking for a motivated individual to join our team, and help us follow through on our dedication to preserving our unrivaled mountain environment.


Job Specifications:

  • Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $22.92/hr
  • Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
  • Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time
  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
  • Housing Availability: No 

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assisting in coordinating and the waste recycling and compost programs.   
  • Handling, sorting, and transporting large quantities of recyclable and compostable materials from the ski area operations to staging areas, and to the Eagle County Recycling Facility.   
  • Repairing, maintaining, and cleaning recycling receptacles throughout the year.   
  • Assisting departments with trash removal in all base areas.  
  • Maintaining guest facing recycling receptacles. 
  • Providing education regarding recycling programs and environmental initiatives to guests and employees on a regular basis. 
  • Assisting in implementing new environmental programs within the company. 
  • Working with other departments to build and maintain cohesive working relationships. 
  • Assist with the compost program. 
  • Take the initiative to improve the efficiency of the department 
  • Ability to lead projects. 
  • Assist with training. 
  • Other duties as assigned.   

 

Job Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license - required. 
  • Must be able to drive oversize trucks and be comfortable operating vehicles in tight areas such as loading docks, parking lots, etc.  
  • Must be able to work independently and prioritize workload successfully. 
  • Must be able to provide exceptional internal and external customer service. 
  • Able to work outside in all weather conditions - required. 
  • Able to perform manual labor, lift 75 lbs, and handle or move 125lbs - required. 
  • Strong work ethic - required. 
  • Strong environmental background - required. 

 

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $22.92/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. 

 

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