Specialist Spa Therapist

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:

Responsible for providing spa guests with safe and effective massage and various therapy services while consistently exceeding guest expectations. Demonstrates respect, sensitivity and concern for guest's needs in a professional manner. Maintains and monitors work schedules as booked, exercising dependability and willingness to work with schedule flexibility. Upholding company standards of conduct, grooming, dress, and personal hygiene.  Perform daily routine of set-up and break-down procedures of massage rooms; maintains a neat and well-stocked room. Have complete knowledge of all spa services, packages, promotions, and retail products presently offered by the spa. Maintains professional relationships with spa clientele. Complies with all resort policies, procedures and standards of operation. Performs any additional tasks or projects as required. 

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $0.01/hr - 25.00/hr 
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 
• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 
• Housing Availability: Yes 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Have complete knowledge of all spa services, packages, promotions, and retail products presently offered by the spa.
• Maintains professional relationships with spa clientele.
• Educate guests about products used and recommend products for home use
• Begin and end all treatments on time, adhering to the appointment book and guest scheduling.
• Keep work areas clean and treatment rooms organized according to standards.
• Have knowledge of and suggest to guests other beneficial treatments offered in the spa.
• Complete client product cards after each body treatment.
• Understand and use universal precautions and sanitary procedures.
• Maintain storage areas to ensure cleanliness, freshness, and organization.
• Frequent checks of equipment and facility to ensure safety and prevent loss of equipment.
• Attend departmental meetings as scheduled by spa management and/or resort management.
• Be familiar with all resort services/ features and local attractions to respond to guest inquiries.
• Complies with all Resort policies, procedures, and standards of operation.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Job Requirements: 

• High School diploma or equivalent. -required
• Colorado State massage therapy license. -required
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook. -required  
• Ability to effectively present detailed information both verbally and in written form to guests and employees throughout the organization. -required
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. -required
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time. -required
• College Degree in hospitality or business-related field. -preferred
• A minimum of 2 years experience in the Medical, Salon, or Spa industry. -preferred
• Conversational Spanish or other languages helpful. -preferred
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. -preferred. 

The expected pay range is $0.01/hr - 25.00/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  515720
Reference Date: 07/14/2026 
Job Code Function: Fitness/Spa