Bike Instructor

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 June 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: 

Our Non-Certified Bike Instructor will be responsible for sharing their passion for bike riding with our guests. You will be in charge of providing our guests with an Experience of a Lifetime at our mountain resort! 

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $22.19/hr  

• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026  

• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: Yes 

Job Responsibilities:

• Help guide guests through the bike rental and equipment fitting process. 

• Priorities a culture of safety at all times for you and your guests. 

• Teach adults and teens of all abilities how to ride the trails, including beginners. 

• Strive to exceed our guests' expectations and create memorable experiences on a daily basis.  

• Teach lessons based on BICP or PMBI teaching methodologies. 

• Follow all safety procedures and policies daily and always use appropriate PPE. 

• Stay up to date on local trail and bike park trail knowledge. 

• Adhering to resort policies and procedures at all times.  

• Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 seasons experience downhill mountain biking. 

• Previous Mountain bike instructing or coaching preferred 

• Must be able to mountain bike at a proficient level 
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English 

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $22.19/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  513993
Reference Date: 03/20/2026 
Job Code Function: Bike Park