Aramark Destinations Pikes Peak

Work Where America’s Mountain Meets the Sky

Imagine clocking in with panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains, working alongside an international team, and spending your days off hiking alpine trails and exploring one of Colorado’s most iconic destinations. Aramark Destinations Pikes Peak is looking for energetic university students to join their team as General Utility staff for the Summer to Fall season in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Pikes Peak – known as “America’s Mountain” – welcomes visitors from all over the world every single day. As part of the maintenance and operations crew, you’ll be the reason the guest experience runs smoothly at one of the most visited mountains in North America.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintaining cleanliness and order in guest areas, dining spaces, restrooms and outdoor visitor zones
• Assisting with general facility upkeep, light maintenance tasks and equipment care
• Removing trash and recycling, restocking supplies and keeping work areas safe and tidy
• Supporting kitchen and retail teams with dishwashing, stocking and deliveries as needed
• Helping with seasonal set-up, breakdown and basic groundskeeping
• Greeting and assisting international guests with a friendly, can-do attitude

The Details

• Position: General Utility (Maintenance)
• Employer: Aramark Destinations Pikes Peak
• Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
• Pay: $15.00 per hour
• Hours: approx. 38 hours per week
• Season: Summer to Fall
• Tips: Not applicable for this role

Why Colorado Springs?

Colorado Springs is an outdoor lover’s paradise and one of the most beautiful placements in the Work & Travel USA program. In your free time you can explore the red rock formations of the Garden of the Gods, ride the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, hike the legendary Manitou Incline, raft the Arkansas River, or road-trip to Denver, Boulder and Rocky Mountain National Park. The city has a young, active vibe with breweries, coffee shops, live music and farmers’ markets – plus over 300 days of sunshine a year.

What You’ll Gain

• Steady, reliable earnings at $15/hour with a full-time weekly schedule
• Real American work experience with Aramark, a global hospitality leader – great for your CV
• Fast improvement in your spoken English through daily guest interaction
• Friendships with students from dozens of countries and American co-workers
• Employee perks and access to one of Colorado’s top natural attractions
• Time to travel across the USA after your program ends

Who We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA visa
• Conversational English and a positive, service-minded attitude
• Physically fit and comfortable working on your feet, lifting up to 20 kg and working at high altitude
• Reliable, punctual team players who don’t mind getting hands-on
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Able to commit to the full Summer to Fall season

Ready to spend your summer on America’s Mountain? Places at Pikes Peak fill up fast – apply today and start your Work & Travel USA adventure in Colorado!