Intermediate Ski Patrol

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

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $26.03/hr
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
• Shift Type:
  Full Time
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

Patrol members perform 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.

• Promote guest safety on varied terrain with varying winter weather conditions
• Assist injured/ill guests on the mountain and administering first aid
• Transporting injured guests off the mountain
• Maintain trails, including hazard identification and setting up closures, safety materials, and other impacts from the resort environment
• Transporting supplies and heavy equipment to areas of need
• Performing closing procedures at the end of the day to ensure that all guests are safely off the mountain
• Enforcement of the Skier Responsibility Code and Resort Policies
• Chairlift and guest evacuation
• Operating snowmobiles to various areas of the mountain, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• 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 21 years old
• 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

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.