Lead Housekeeper

Vail Resorts; Ludlow (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes

Employee discounts

401(k) plan

Assistance program

Training and development

Referral program

Housing available

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Ludlow, Vermont, is seeking a Team Lead Housekeeper for the winter season to oversee contracted workers and internal staff across mountain facilities. The role emphasizes maintaining cleanliness and safety for guests and personnel while coordinating inspections and schedules.

You will schedule and supervise cleaning, ensure high-quality service, and support deep cleans as needed. Starting wage ranges from $22.00 to $26.88 per hour, with housing available and comprehensive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience managing contracts.
• At least two years of custodial or housekeeping experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects and work in varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the responsibilities of contracted workers.
• Lead a small internal staff who ski to and clean different mountain areas.
• Schedule cleanings and ensure completion.
• Provide superior service to customers at all times.
• Monitor workloads to ensure efficient service levels.
• Assist in scheduling and completing deep cleans.
• Move supplies across the resort as needed (lift items up to 30 lbs).
• Record daily housekeeping activities and maintain logs.
• Assist in budget preparation.

Skills

Contract management

Supervisory experience

Housekeeping

Customer service

Clean driving record

Spanish fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

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

Job Summary

The Team Lead Housekeeper is responsible for the management of contractors and internal employees in order to maintain the cleanliness of many different areas on the mountain and at the bases of the resort. The essential job function is to manage and assist in the cleaning and inspection of facilities to ensure the cleanliness and safety of property, guests, and personnel. This position manages multiple third-party contracted staff.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $26.88/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the responsibilities of contracted workers.
• Manage a small staff of internal employees who ski to and clean different areas on the mountain.
• Schedule cleanings and ensure they are completed
• Provide superior service to our customers (internal and external) at all times.
• Monitor staff workloads to ensure efficiency, and ensure that proper levels of service are delivered.
• Assist in scheduling and completing deep cleans.
• Assist in cleaning as needed.
• Move supplies across the resort and ensure our teams have the necessary items to complete their work. This includes the ability to consistently move boxes weighing up to 30lbs.
• Make scheduled checks of facilities to ensure cleanliness and safety of property.
• Respond to emergency situations quickly and efficiently.
• Maintain daily records and logs of janitorial activities – file required reports.
• Facilitate budget preparation.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience managing contracts.
• At least two years of custodial or housekeeping experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Clean driving record required.
• Ability to deal with guests and personnel in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Ski or snowboard ability preferred.
• Spanish fluency preferred.
• Ability to be exposed to inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to work standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, bend, squat, etc.

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $26.88/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.