Entry Water Plant Operator

About the job

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 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: Stevens Pass is seeking a dependable and mechanically inclined Entry Water Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the resort's potable water treatment and distribution systems. This position plays a critical role in providing safe and reliable drinking water for guests, employees, lodging facilities, food and beverage operations, and other resort infrastructure. Responsibilities include water treatment operations, water quality testing, SCADA monitoring, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and recordkeeping. Stevens Pass provides training and certification support, making this an ideal opportunity for candidates interested in developing a career in water treatment and utility operations.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $21.00/hr. - $23.00/hr.

• Employment Type: Year Round

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor water treatment equipment including pumps, motors, valves, filters, reservoirs, storage tanks, chemical feed systems, and related infrastructure.

• Monitor and operate treatment systems through SCADA and other monitoring and control systems.

• Conduct routine inspections of water treatment facilities, storage tanks, pump stations, and associated infrastructure.

• Monitor water system performance and make operational adjustments in accordance with established procedures and training.

• Assist in maintaining reliable water production and distribution throughout resort facilities.

• Collect water samples and perform routine water quality testing including pH, chlorine residual, turbidity, temperature, and other required regulatory parameters.

• Analyze, document, and maintain water quality test results, operational logs, and maintenance records.

• Assist with regulatory reporting, compliance documentation, and adherence to applicable federal, state, and local drinking water regulations.

• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, chemical feed systems, plumbing systems, treatment equipment, and related infrastructure.

• Assist with routine repairs and troubleshooting of water treatment and distribution system components.

• Support maintenance of reservoirs, storage tanks, pumps, valves, and other utility infrastructure.

• Identify operational abnormalities and report issues promptly to leadership.

• Maintain treatment facilities, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

• Safely operate company vehicles throughout the resort in varying weather and mountain conditions.

• Support utility disruptions, severe weather events, and operational emergencies as needed.

• Work effectively with other departments across the resort as part of the One Resort philosophy.

• Stevens Pass will provide training and support to assist employees in obtaining required certifications.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records Check.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator-in-Training (WTPO OIT) certification within six (6) months of employment.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator Level 1 (WTPO 1) certification within twelve (12) months of employment.

• Ability to work during hours outside normal business hours; work schedules vary throughout the year based on operational needs and water system requirements.

• Ability to utilize electronic monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping systems.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn water treatment operations.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, procedures, and operational documentation.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to safe work practices and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including winter mountain environments.

• Continued pursuit of professional development and water industry certifications is required.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in maintenance, mechanical systems, utilities operations, facility operations, construction trades, or other hands-on technical environments preferred but not required.

• Experience working with pumps, motors, plumbing systems, mechanical equipment, automated control systems, or SCADA systems preferred.

The expected pay range is $21.00/hr. - $23.00/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.

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  518422 *Reference Date: 10/21/2026 *Job Code Function: Building Maintenance ****

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