Ski School Support Staff

Vail Resorts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 42,705; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes

Discounted lift tickets

Free ski lessons

Retail discounts

Wellness benefits

Housing available

Training & development

Referral program

401(k)

Job summary

Hunter Mountain in Hunter, NY is hiring Ski School Support Staff for Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. Roles involve supporting all functions of ski/snowboard school operations outside of instruction, with high guest interaction and involvement in children's programs and rental operations.

Starting wage ranges from $20.00 to $31.00 per hour, with part-time hours available. Applicants should have a high school diploma, English fluency, and the ability to work weekends and holidays, plus strong customer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced, service-based environment.
• Fluency in all aspects of English.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication with guests and employees.
• Strong computer skills, typing and data entry preferred.
• Early childhood care experience preferred.
• Ski or snowboard experience to assist lessons preferred.
• Background check requirements completed successfully.

Responsibilities

• Process daily reservations and sales on resort systems.
• Set up and teardown of indoor facilities daily.
• Ensure health code compliance and cleanliness of facilities.
• Maintain a clean, orderly guest-facing environment.
• Engage with small children with appropriate games and activities.
• Enforce helmet policy during lessons and activities.
• Lead safety standards and promote a health and safety culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Fluency in English

Strong communication

Experience in fast-paced service

Strong computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Hunter Mountain – Hunter, NY, United States

Date posted: July 15, 2026

Company: Hunter Mountain

Shift type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 (part‑time hours available)

Ski School Support Staff

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 15, 2026 or until the positions are filled (whichever comes first).

Employee Benefits

• Free passes for employees; discounted lift tickets for friends and family and free ski lessons
• Discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral program

Job Summary

Ski School Support Staff employees work in a fun, high‑paced indoor/outdoor environment supporting all functions of ski/snowboard school operations outside of instruction. The role has high guest interaction supporting children’s programming, rental operations, guest check‑in/out, lesson scanning, and lesson area lift operations.

Job Specifications

• Starting wage: $20.00/hr – $31.00/hr
• Employment type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift type: Part time hours available
• Minimum age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Daily reservation and sales processing on resort operating systems.
• Daily set‑up and teardown of indoor facilities, ensuring clean, orderly, welcoming areas that facilitate efficient operation.
• Ensure compliance with health code policies for facility cleanliness, including common areas, toys, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and orderly facility that accommodates daily high‑volume guest flow.
• Work with small children to facilitate appropriate games and activities in both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Adhere to strict corporate policy regarding wearing a snow‑sports specific helmet while skiing/riding or assisting lessons, in uniform.
• Lead and model safety standards within the department and contribute to our culture of health and safety to meet a zero Workman’s Comp safety goal.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a fast‑paced, service‑based environment.
• Fluency in all aspects of the English language.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication skills with a wide variety of guests and employees.
• Strong computer skills, typing and data entry preferred.
• Early childhood care experience preferred.
• Ski or snowboarding experience to assist lessons as necessary preferred.
• Successfully pass the background check required.

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr – $31.00/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 515840

Reference date: 07/14/2026

Job code function: Ski & Ride School