Advanced Ski Patrol

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 Epic 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.

Job 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

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)

• Free ski passes for dependents

• Critical Illness and Accident plans

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 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 crisis when incidents arise.

Job Specifications:

• Expected Pay Range: $23.00 - $27.94 / hour

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time and Part Time

• Required Certification Level: EMT

• Required Ski Level – Expert

• Expert Ski Level required

• Other Specifics: Patrol members operate a variety of tasks in all terrain and in all weather conditions. Due to the nature of this position candidates must be able to pass an expert level Ski Patrol test upon hire;

• Other job specifications to Resort:

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays

• Must complete a four week Pass/Fail Ski Patrol training program if required

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain up to date knowledge of and enforce all applicable laws, policies, and procedures to ensure the safety of all guests

• Maintain the safety and operation of trails through preventative procedures such as avalanche mitigation, tree and limb removal, and end of day closure of the mountain

• Establish, coordinate, and execute emergency and hazard response plans such as evacuations and search and rescue protocols

• Assist and provide care to injured guests and workers including transport via toboggan or air lift support when necessary.

• Transport and set up of various mountain safety equipment, via skis and/or snowmobile operation, such as avalanche mitigation explosives, chainsaws, and first aid equipment

• Assist with training and ongoing education

• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

• Valid driver’s license required

• 5-7 years of previous patrol experience preferred

• Must be at least Choose an item.

• Must be able to communicate fluently in English

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends

• Ability to use all senses

• Ability to lift and transport 50 to 100 pounds with or without assistance

• Ability to frequently walk/stand, sit/climb, balance, stoop/kneel, crouch/crawl, and reach throughout the course of work in all climate conditions and at high elevations

The expected pay range is $23.00 - $27.94. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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 497513

Reference Date: 09/05/2023

Job Code Function: Ski Patrol