Experienced Ski Patrol

Experienced Ski PatrolCreate 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 BenefitsSki/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessonsMORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramExcellent training and professional developmentReferral ProgramJob 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 safety and security of staff and guests on the mountain, Ski Patrol are on alert and dependable professionals focused on prevention with the ability to remain calm in all situations when incidents arise.Job SpecificationsStarting Wage: $22.26/hr - $27.83/hrEmployment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027Shift Type: Full Time hours availableMinimum Age: At least 18 years of ageHousing Availability: NoExpert Ski Level onlySnowboard applicants must also be Expert Level skiers with no exceptionPatrol members operate a variety of tasks in all terrain and in all weather conditionsDue to the nature of this position candidates must be able to pass an expert level ski patrol test upon hireOther Job Specifications to Resort: Must be able to work weekends and holidaysMust complete a four-week Pass/Fail ski patrol training programJob ResponsibilitiesSupervise and promote guest safety on varied terrain with varying winter weather conditionsAssist injured/ill guests on the mountain and administering first aidTransporting injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan or supporting air lift operationsMaintain trails, including hazard identification, setting up area closures as well as other resort environment management considerationsTransporting supplies and heavy equipment to areas of need on skisPerforming closing procedures at the end of the day to ensure that all guests are safely off the mountainEnforcement of the Skier Responsibility Code and Resort PoliciesChairlift and guest evacuationOperate snowmobiles in various areas of the mountain as neededAbility to participate in snow safety avalanche mitigationDemonstrate basic avalanche rescue skillsOther duties as assignedJob RequirementsEMT certificationMust be at least 18 years oldPass resort Ski Patrol sponsored ski testMust be able to communicate fluently in EnglishMust have excellent guest service skillsMust be able to work in inclement weather in a mountain environmentMust be able to work as a contributing member of a teamThe expected pay range is $22.26/hr - $27.83/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.