Entry Skilled Ski Patrol

Vail Resorts; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 29,632 - 34,853; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes for employees

Free ski lessons for employees

Lift tickets for friends and family

Employee discounts on lodging

Employee discounts on food and gear

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Training and professional development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is seeking Ski Patrol for the Winter Season 2026/2027 in California. The role focuses on maintaining a safe mountain environment, providing exceptional guest service, and responding to medical emergencies on the slopes.

The team works closely with guests and staff to uphold safety protocols and deliver top-tier service. The position requires external certifications (OEC/EMT/WFR), fluent English, and excellent skiing ability across all terrains and weather.

Qualifications

• Must hold current OEC/EMT/WFR certifications.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
• Excellent fitness and ability to ski/ride in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist injured guests on the mountain and provide first aid.
• Transport injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan.
• Conduct end-of-day sweeps to ensure all guests have left the mountain.
• Maintain trails and identify hazards to prevent incidents.
• Set up and transport mountain safety equipment as needed.
• Participate in ongoing on-the-job training programs.

Skills

OEC certification

EMT certification

WFR certification

English proficiency

Athletic ability

Tools

OEC

EMT

WFR

First Aid

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.

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.

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

Ski Patrol's primary responsibility is to provide and promote a safe environment for our guests and employees as well as to provide exceptional guest service. Ski Patrol is responsible for executing essential guest service functions such as responding to medical emergencies on the mountain, transporting injured guests off the mountain to the appropriate facility, and general hill safety. Ski patrol is also responsible for enforcing safe skiing and riding practices and enforcement of the Skier's and Rider's Responsibility Code. Special circumstances include chairlift and gondola evacuation. Other duties can be assigned as needed. Ski patrol is a highly visible role on the mountain with a great deal of guest interaction.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $21.51/hr - $25.30?hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: 18+ or 21+ years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities

• Assisting injured guests on the mountain and administering first aid
• Transporting injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan
• Performing sweeps at the end of the day to ensure that all guests are safely off the mountain
• Maintaining trails, identifying and mitigating hazards
• Transporting and setting up mountain safety equipment
• Transporting supplies and heavy equipment to areas of need on skis
• Participation in continued on the job training program

Job Requirements

• OEC / EMT / WFR /
• English
• Expert Skier ability across all terrain in all weather

The expected pay range is $21.51/hr - $25.30?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 516098

Reference Date: 07/20/2026

Job Code Function: Ski Patrol