Skilled Ski Patrol

Vail Resorts; Champion (PA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes for employees

Free ski and snowboard lessons

Discounts on lodging, food, gear, and山

40% retail discounts

Wellness benefits

Excellent training and professional 개발

Referral Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Pennsylvania is hiring for Winter Seasonal Ski Patrol positions for 2026/2027. Starting wage ranges from $21/hr to $25.05/hr, with housing not provided. Roles involve ensuring guest safety, assisting in emergencies, and transporting injured guests.

Applications are open until December 15th or until positions are filled, with extensive training and wellness benefits. Join a team focused on safety, service, and professional development in mountain environments, offering competitive

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Excellent guest service skills.
• Able to work well in a team and in inclement mountain weather.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and promote guest safety on varied terrain with varying winter weather conditions.
• Assist injured/ill guests on the mountain and administer first aid.
• Transporting injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan or supporting air lift operations.
• Maintain trails, including hazard identification and setting up closures and safety materials.
• Transporting supplies and heavy equipment to areas of need on skis/snowboard.
• Perform closing procedures to ensure guests are safely off the mountain.
• Enforce the Skier Responsibility Code and Resort Policies.
• Chairlift and guest evacuation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Guest service

Teamwork

Weather resilience

Job description

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

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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether its 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

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Ski Patrol team is no exception to ensuring this experience of a lifetime. Responsible for the safety of staff and guests on the mountain, Ski Patrol are alert and dependable professionals focused on safety with the ability to remain calm in crisis when incidents arise.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $21/hr - $25.05/hr
• Employment Type:Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Minimum Age:At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:No
• Other Specifics: Patrol members operate a variety of tasks in all terrain and in all weather conditions. Due to the nature of this position candidates must be able to pass an expert level ski patrol test upon hire;

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and promote guest safety on varied terrain with varying winter weather conditions
• Assist injured/ill guests on the mountain and administering first aid
• Transporting injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan or supporting air lift operations
• Maintain trails, including hazard identification and setting up closures and safety materials, and other impacts from the resort environment
• Transporting supplies and heavy equipment to areas of need on skis/snowboard
• Performing closing procedures at the end of the day to ensure that all guests are safely off the mountain
• Enforcement of the Skier Responsibility Code and Resort Policies
• Chairlift and guest evacuation
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Pass resort Ski Patrol sponsored ski test, capable of skiing all types of terrain under all weather conditions.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Must be at least Choose an item.
• Must have excellent guest service skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a mountain environment

Union Required Statement

The terms and conditions for the position are subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances.

The expected pay range is$21/hr - $25.05/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 516636

Reference Date:08/17/2026

Job Code Function:Ski Patrol