Lead Ski Patrol

Job Description

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 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. Responsible for leading teams of patrollers in specific disciplines of expertise and day-to-day operations on the mountain. This person will oversee the daily ski patrol functions and help coordinate with Patrol Leadership to facilitate daily projects. 

 

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $24.00/hr - $30.61/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 safety on varied terrain with varying winter weather conditions 
• Assist injured/ill guests on the mountain 
• Transporting injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan or supporting air lift operations 
• Maintain trails, including hazard identification and setting up closures, safety materials, and other impacts from the resort environment 
• Have extensive knowledge of ski patrol including but not limited to: department compliance requirements, medical applications, terrain management, scheduling, weather observations, snowmobile operations, accident investigation, lift evacuation, and slope safety 
• Assist with maintaining an updated patrol SOP documentation, manuals, and training tools 
• Assist patrol leadership in daily operations including but not limited to safety meetings, organizing and assigning responsibilities, incident investigations and hiring activities 
• Facilitate training, mentorship, and support of patrol members 
• Overseeing the day to day operations of the ski patrol team 
• Administrative duties such as goal setting, documented performance management, performance appraisals, overseeing and ensuring the quality assurance of training and scheduling 
• Will be able to lead effectively in the absence of the Ski Patrol Manager 
• Will work closely with other Mountain Operations departments and managers 
• Knowledge of Mountain Operations 
• Demonstrates effective supervisory skills with regards to motivation (morale and positive reinforcement) and performance management 
• Demonstrates effective communication skills 
• Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements: 

• 5 years of previous patrol experience preferred
• Patrol Lead or Specialist at a Vail Resort preferred 
• 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 

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, click here.

 

The expected pay range is $24.00/hr - $30.61/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 517355
Reference Date: 09/09/2026 
Job Code Function: Ski Patrol