I'm nearing the end of my time at my current job where I've been the main sysadmin, setting up the entire network infrastructure and transitioning our systems from VMware to Proxmox. Now, I'm eager to find my next opportunity, preferably closer to the ski hills. I'm curious—do ski resorts even hire system admins or network administrators?
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I've heard that Vail Corporation, which owns many resorts, has their HQ not located near the mountains. So, that might affect job availability if you're looking specifically at that company.
Indeed, they do hire sysadmins, but the teams are small. You could be handling everything from guest Wi-Fi to server support. Pay isn't bad either—around $25/hour, which is typically a bit higher than what lift attendants make. Just be prepared for a multi-tasking role!
Yes, ski resorts do hire IT staff, including sysadmins! I've seen job postings for various positions at popular places like Jasper and Banff. However, the role often requires a jack-of-all-trades approach since the IT teams can be pretty small. Often, you're managing different systems—from server deployment to network support. Just a heads up, many of these positions might be seasonal.
True, I've noticed a few seasonal jobs in the past, but they can be quite varied in responsibilities.
That sounds about right! I know a couple of folks working in IT at ski resorts and they do a bit of everything.