Skilled Ski Patrol

Vail Resorts; Colorado; On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes for employees

Discounted lift tickets for friends &家

Free ski lessons

Housing available

401(k)

Employee training & development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Colorado is seeking a winter Seasonal Ski Patrol to ensure guest safety across diverse terrain. Starting wage is $21 to $25.05 per hour, with full-time hours available and housing options.

Applicants must be 18+ years, fluent in English, and able to work in challenging mountain weather. Join a team that offers free employee passes, discounts, free ski lessons, 401(k), training, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent English required for communication with guests and team members.
• Excellent guest service skills to enhance visitor experiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high-mafety mountain environment.
• Comfort and proficiency in skiing terrains under varying winter conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and promote guest safety on varied terrain in winter conditions.
• Assist injured or ill guests on the mountain and administer first aid.
• Transport injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan or assist with air lift operations.
• Maintain trails and hazard identifications; set up closures and safety materials.
• Transport supplies and heavy equipment using skis/snowboard where needed.
• Perform closing procedures to ensure guest safety at day end.
• Enforce the Skier Responsibility Code and resort policies.
• Assist with chairlift and guest evacuations.
• Other duties as assigned by the ski patrol leadership.

Skills

Fluent English

Guest service

Teamwork

Inclement weather

Skiing ability

Job description

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

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

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at VailResortsand our Ski Patrol team isnoexception to ensuring this experience of a lifetime. Responsible forthesafetyof staff and guests on the mountain, Ski Patrol arealert and dependable professionals focused onsafetywith theabilitytoremain calm in crisis when incidents arise.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage:$21/hr - $25.05/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type:Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age:At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and promote guest safetyon varied terrain with varying winter weather conditions
• Assistinjured/illguests on the mountainand administering first aid
• Transporting injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan or supporting air lift operations
• Maintain trails, includinghazard identification andsetting upclosures and safetymaterials, and other impacts fromtheresortenvironment
• Transporting supplies and heavy equipment to areas of need on skis/snowboard
• Performingclosing proceduresat 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 have excellent guest service skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a mountainenvironment

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 515377
Reference Date:07/14/2026
Job Code Function:Ski Patrol