Lead Ski Patrol

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 sweeps of the mountain to ensure all guests have exited
• 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
• Facilitate training, mentorship, and support of patrol members
• Assist patrol leadership in daily operations including but not limited to organizing and assigning responsibilities, incident investigations, and hiring activities
• Manage, oversee and assign responsibilities to volunteers

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification required
• Valid driver’s license required
• 5 years of previous patrol experience required; supervisory experience preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• 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

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

Job Summary

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility 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 promoting the safety and security of staff and guests on the mountain, Ski Patrol are alert and dependable professionals focused on promoting safety with the ability to remain calm in a crisis when incidents arise.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $24.00/hr - $30.61/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years old
• Housing Availability: No

Pay Range

The expected pay range is $24.00/hr - $30.61/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.