Resort Maintenance Technician: Level 1

Sugar Bowl; California; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

401k plan after 1,000 worked hours and

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance (employer paid)

AD&D and other voluntary benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free ski passes for employees

Free ski passes for dependents

50% off food at our restaurants

Free group ski and snowboard lessons

Employee discount lift tickets for fam

Job summary

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Level 1) to join our team and help keep our resort safe, clean, and running smoothly for guests and employees alike. This hands-on role involves snow removal, landscaping, painting, cleaning, and supporting special events, with outdoor work in all weather conditions at Sugar Bowl in California.

The ideal candidate is reliable, adaptable, and ready to work outdoors, ensuring the resort remains welcoming for guests and staff at all times.

Qualifications

• Experience performing general maintenance tasks in outdoor or hospitality settings.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs and work outdoors in cold weather.
• Reliable and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Shovel snow and operate a snow blower to keep walkways clear.
• Perform landscaping tasks such as mowing and weeding.
• Move equipment and furniture around the resort as needed.
• Set up tables, chairs and other equipment for events.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests and staff.
• Bring a positive, can-do attitude and support the team daily.

Skills

Reliability

Outdoor work

Snow removal

General maintenance

Team player

Heavy lifting

Job description

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Level 1) to join our team and help keep our resort safe, clean, and running smoothly for guests and employees alike. This position is hands on and diverse, involving everything from snow removal and landscaping to painting, cleaning, and supporting special events. The ideal candidate will be reliable, adaptable, and ready to work outdoors in all weather conditions, ensuring the resort is well-maintained and welcoming at all times.

Why Sugar Bowl?

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to “sunny California” since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts a like.

Who You Are

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision, while also supporting more experienced team members
• Comfortable operating resort vehicles safely and according to procedure
• Handy with a range of tasks: painting, cleaning, demolition, snow shoveling, and general janitorial work
• A team player who's eager to learn from others and pitch in wherever needed

What You’ll do

• Keep pathways and grounds clear by shoveling snow and operating a snow blower
• Handle general landscaping, including mowing and weeding
• Move equipment, furniture, and other property around the resort as needed
• Set up tables, chairs, and other equipment to bring special events to life
• Deliver high-quality work efficiently, without cutting corners
• Help keep the resort safe, clean, and welcoming
• Bring a positive attitude to work every day, and help energize the team around you

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 lbs.
• Able to climb ladders without fear of heights
• General agility required
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions, including snow and cold
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods

Benefits

• Paid time off & Paid sick leave
• Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1,000 worked hours and one (1) year of service
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Employer paid life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits (AD&D, critical illness, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Free ski and tubing passes for employees
• Free ski passes for dependents
• 50% off food at our restaurants
• Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees
• Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends
• Lift ticket discounts at multiple resorts including 24 Mountain Collective destinations
• Hotel discounts
• Employee ski reciprocal programs