Experienced Race Coach

Vail Resorts; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes

Employee discounts on lift tickets

Ski lessons

401(k) Retirement Plan

Training & development

Wellness benefits

Referral Program

Job summary

Northstar California Resort is hiring for winter seasonal roles including coaches, instructors, drivers and more at Truckee, CA. Competitive starting wage and benefits accompany a season-long employment opportunity with growth potential in a mountain resort environment.

Starting wage ranges from $23.00/hr to $29.22/hr, with full-time and part-time shifts. Roles emphasize safety, exceptional guest service and team collaboration in alpine conditions.

Qualifications

• PSIA/AASI certification (or equivalent) encouraged.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to communicate clearly in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong guest service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Uphold guest and personal safety on varied terrain and high altitude.
• Instruct skiing at assigned levels, with clear verbal and physical guidance.
• Match athletes to skill level and coordinate with supervisors for changes.
• Assist guests loading/unloading chairlifts in a safe manner.
• Provide coaching during training sessions and competitions; supervise athletes.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

English fluency

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more.Apply today!

Location: Truckee, CA, US

Company: Northstar California Resort

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 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.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee 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

Job Summary

ExperiencedRace Coach workswith toprovidequality ski instruction and coaching of athlete development to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding all Skier Safety Act rules/regulations and Company guidelines. We are an in-house team, with foundation support and tremendous growth opportunities.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage:$23.00/hr - $29.22/hr
• Employment Type:Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type:Full Time and Part Timehours available
• Minimum Age:At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:No

Job Responsibilities

• Upholding the highest levels of guest and personal safety on varied terraininhigh altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.
• Clearly and accurately instructing assigned levels of skiing to students, both physically and verbally.
• Ensuring that athletes are matched toappropriate skierskill level and working with supervisors/managers to makeappropriate changeswhen necessary.
• Assistingguests to load and unload the chairlift.
• Clearly communicating instructions andassistingathletes during training sessions and at competitions; lifting children by the vest (if applicable).
• Supervising athletes in training;assistingat lunch and snack times; ensuring the return of athletes toidentifiedguardian.
• Assistingin operational responsibilities of competition service and related SRS programs including but not limited to registration process, directing athletes toappropriate equipmentfitting source, upkeep of outdoor training areas, and cleanliness of facilities.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• PSIA/AASI and/or USSA/FIS certification
• High School or Equivalent Education
• Attend Ski and Ride training sessions
• Must be fluent in all aspects of the English language (spoken and written)
• Must have excellent guest service skills
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Must work well in a team
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment
• Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow and provide directions
• Must be available to work holidays and weekends
• Must be able to lift, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reachfrequently.

Preferred Skills

• Previousexperience with teaching/coaching/mentoring
• Experience coaching experience of winter sports athletes of all ages
• Previousski/snowboard coaching experience
• Knowledge of local area/resort

The expected pay range is$23.00/hr - $29.22/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 516540
Reference Date:08/07/2026
Job Code Function:Competition Services

Nearest Major Market: Sacramento
Nearest Secondary Market: Elk Grove