Lead Ski Patrol: Mountain Safety & Guest Experience

Vail Resorts; Kirkwood (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional开发

Job summary

Vail Resorts is seeking Ski Patrol personnel for Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 at Kirkwood, CA. The role focuses on safety, guest service, and calm response in crises, while coordinating patrol operations and leading a team on varied terrain.

Responsibilities include assisting injured guests, transporting to safety, maintaining trails, and enforcing resort policies. Requires high school diploma, advanced skiing ability, and Outdoor Emergency Care certification.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work with diverse teams in a mountain environment.
• Must be able to operate under varied weather and terrain conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise guest safety on varied terrain and ensure compliance with policies.
• Assist injured or ill guests and coordinate evacuations when needed.
• Maintain trails, closures, and safety materials on the mountain.
• Lead a patroller team and coordinate daily patrol operations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Guest service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Vail Resorts is seeking Ski Patrol personnel for Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 at Kirkwood, CA. The role focuses on safety, guest service, and calm response in crises, while coordinating patrol operations and leading a team on varied terrain.

Responsibilities include assisting injured guests, transporting to safety, maintaining trails, and enforcing resort policies. Requires high school diploma, advanced skiing ability, and Outdoor Emergency Care certification.