Lead Golf Course Maintenance

Vail Resorts; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes

Discount lift tickets

Free ski lessons

Lodging discounts

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Training & development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts seeks a Golf Maintenance Lead to assist the Superintendent in planning and leading daily maintenance, irrigation, and improvements on golf properties. You will supervise greens staff, train colleagues, and ensure safe, high‑quality course operations.

Qualifications include 2–3 years of turfgrass maintenance experience, a turfgrass degree preferred, and ability to lift 50 lbs. Weekend work and seasonal availability are required; Spanish skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older and able to communicate in English.
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds and perform physical outdoor work.
• Must maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Able to work weekends and holidays and throughout the season.
• Experience in golf course maintenance and turfgrass practices preferred.
• Spanish communication preferred and turfgrass classes/certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Daily supervision of maintenance team members to complete tasks on time.
• Provide guidance and training to staff as needed.
• Lead scheduling, directing, and project coordination for course upkeep.
• Assist in irrigation system operation and repair; support course improvements.
• Collaborate with Director of Maintenance and Golf Pro Shop staff on upcoming work.
• Maintain safety, courtesy, and world-class service in all interactions.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Supervisory experience

Irrigation system operation

Staff training

English communication

Physical stamina

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Turfgrass management degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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

The Golf Maintenance Lead will assist the Golf Course Superintendent in planning, directing, and leading the daily maintenance, repair, and improvement of golf course properties including golf course, surrounding areas, equipment, facilities, and infrastructures. This position will work safely at all times and assist in the application of fertilizers, pesticides, and soil amendments, repair and maintenance of golf course maintenance equipment and golf car rental fleet, as well as maintenance, operation, and repair of the irrigation system. Supervisory responsibilities include assisting in scheduling, directing, and leading Golf Greens staff to complete daily maintenance, training other employees on equipment operation, chemical use, Personal Protective Equipment, and other golf course maintenance practices. The Golf Maintenance Lead is expected to communicate regularly with the Director of Maintenance, Superintendent, and Golf Pro Shop staff to discuss upcoming maintenance activities, and to assist in completion of course improvement projects and cultural practices. This position is critical to the delivery of world class service and it is the responsibility of staff members to be friendly, courteous, and helpful under all circumstances.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $24.69/hr
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
• Shift Type: Full Timehours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Daily supervision of maintenance team members to complete all tasks and projects in a timely manner.
• Provides guidance and training to staff as needed.
• Ability to manage staff with a positive and respectful leadership style.
• Developing individual team members to learn new skills, and provide feedback as needed.
• Irrigation system operation and repair experience are a plus.
• 2-3 years of golf turfgrass maintenance experience.
• Turfgrass management degree is a plus, but not mandatory for a candidate eager to learn and succeed.

Job Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older -required
• Able to communicate effectively in English -required
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds -required
• Able to perform physical labor in adverse weather conditions such as snow, rain, and cold temperatures -required
• Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times-required
• Able to work weekends and holidays -required
• Experience in golf course maintenance and construction techniques -required
• Knowledge of turfgrass management practices -required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills -required
• Able to motivate other -required
• Able to work all season -required
• Turfgrass management classes or certification - preferred
• Microsoft Word and Excel skills - preferred
• Previous supervisory experience- preferred
• Ability to communicate in Spanish-preferred

The expected pay range is$22.00/hr - $24.69/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Sacramento

Nearest Secondary Market: Elk Grove