Skilled Ski Patrol

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee passes

Discounted lift tickets

Free ski lessons

Discounts on lodging

Discounts on gear

Mountain shuttles

401(k) plan

Training & development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Mountain is recruiting for Ski Patrol roles for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 in the Denver/Vail area. Starting wage ranges from hourly $21.00 to $25.05, with full-time hours available during the season and housing not provided.

Must be at least 18, pass resort Ski Patrol test, and communicate fluently in English. Join a team focused on guest safety on varied terrain, first aid support, and coordination of mountain operations, including chairlift evacuation and incident response.

Qualifications

• Must communicate fluently in English.
• Must have excellent guest service skills.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a mountain environment.

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, 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

Skills

Fluent English

Guest service

Safety awareness

Job description

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

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

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 safety and security of staff and guests on the mountain, Ski Patrol are on alert and dependable professionals focused on prevention with the able remain calm in crisis when incidents arise.

Job Specification

• Starting Wage: $21.00/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: No
• Required Certification Level - OEC; Training Provided once hired

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
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must have excellent guest service skills
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a mountain environment

The expected pay range is $21.00/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 516649 Reference Date:08/13/2026 Job Code Function:Ski Patrol

Nearest Major Market: Denver

Skilled Ski Patrol

Date: Aug 12, 2026

Location: Vail, CO, US

Company: Vail Mountain

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

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