Area Director of Engineering, Arrabelle & Lodge at Vail

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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 Area Director of Engineering leads all engineering operations for The Arrabelle, the Lodge at Vail, and the Ritz-Carlton Residences. This leader will maintain all aspects of the property and associated properties, with a strong emphasis on asset maintenance and budget performance, in addition to adhering to all applicable Industry, Federal, State and Local Codes. The Area Director will lead and train the engineering staff to be competent with all job functions, manage external stakeholders, and will collaborate closely with the Hospitality Senior Leadership Team. This hire will also maintain a work order system for the properties, and use the system to measure productivity and efficiency of the engineering department.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering operations across The Arrabelle, Ritz Carlton Residences, Lodge at Vail rental portfolio, and related off site properties.
• Set department goals, assign priorities, manage staffing levels, and provide direction to property engineering leaders and teams.
• Maintain all buildings, guest rooms, residences, common areas, equipment, mechanical systems, exterior areas, and related assets to meet brand, owner, company, and code requirements.
• Build and manage preventative maintenance programs for buildings, rooms, residences, equipment, life safety systems, and major mechanical systems.
• Use the work order system to track productivity, response times, repeat issues, asset condition, labor use, and department performance.
• Train engineering leaders and associates on service standards, safety procedures, emergency response, technical skills, brand requirements, and job functions.
• Lead regular engineering meetings and shift communication to review priorities, safety topics, guest issues, work orders, projects, brand standards, and team performance.
• Respond to guest, owner, and stakeholder concerns with clear communication, timely follow up, and practical solutions. Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and building code requirements.
• Monitor operating budgets, control expenses, explain variances, and support annual budget planning for engineering operations.
• Prepare and manage capital plans that protect the assets, address building needs, support business goals, and meet owner and company expectations.
• Partner with corporate teams, architects, engineers, designers, contractors, vendors, HOAs, ownership groups, and property leaders on renovations, repairs, infrastructure projects, and capital work.
• Develop project scopes, obtain bids, review pricing, follow purchasing and contract procedures, and manage project quality, timing, budget, and closeout.
• Purchase parts, supplies, tools, materials, and equipment in line with company accounting, purchasing, invoicing, and approval procedures.
• Maintain inventory controls for parts, supplies, equipment, tools, and critical building materials.
• Evaluate when work should be completed by internal engineering teams and when outside contractors are needed.
• Oversee vendor relationships for mechanical systems, fire systems, elevators, waste disposal, recycling, landscaping, snow removal, and other property needs.
• Support owner billing for maintenance and repair work completed in rental units, residences, condos, apartments, or managed properties according to agreements and property procedures
• Maintain strong technical oversight of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, water systems, controls, fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, refrigeration, carpentry, painting, laundry equipment, and related building systems.
• Partner with property leaders on security needs, emergency planning, risk reduction, guest impact planning, and protection of guests, owners, associates, and assets.
• Develop engineering leaders and identify succession plans for key engineering roles.
• Perform other duties related to multi property engineering operations, asset protection, capital planning, and property support.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in technical school, or formal technical training.
• 3+ years of experience as a Director of Engineering or Chief Engineer, preferrably at a large resort property, or within a related industry (construction, cruise lines, etc.).
• Must have a valid driving license; accreditation an advantage.
• Above average proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required. 
• Must be able to speak, read and write English in a professional manner. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Willing to work with changing shift schedules as necessary to meet business needs.

The expected pay range is $110,00 - $140,000 + annual bonus + equity. 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. 

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.

Requisition ID  515161
Reference Date: 06/10/2026 
Job Code Function: Building Maintenance