Ski Patrol Basic - Winter 26-27

About the role

With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of Aspen One, owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you, Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned terrain to ensure a safe, welcoming, and high-quality mountain experience through proactive guest engagement, hazard awareness, and visibility across the mountain
• Assess and manage daily mountain conditions, including trail status, signage, hazard marking, and coordination of trail openings and closures in partnership with mountain operations
• Conduct end-of-day sweeps and closure procedures to ensure all guests have safely exited the mountain during normal operations and weather-related events
• Respond to medical and emergency incidents by providing immediate care, coordinating transport of injured guests, and executing established emergency response protocols
• Support snow safety operations, including avalanche mitigation activities, terrain evaluation, and rescue response in coordination with snow safety teams
• Operate dispatch and communication systems with accuracy, clarity, and professionalism to support effective mountain-wide coordination and incident response
• Perform snow surface management activities, including packing and improving snow conditions to support safe and consistent skiing and riding experiences
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Current CPR certification required
• Current Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) or Colorado Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification required
• Working knowledge of ski resort operations, mountain safety practices, and guest service principles
• Working knowledge of resort weather conditions, snow reports, terrain, base area facilities, and special events
• Advanced skiing ability with the confidence to safely navigate all terrain and snow conditions while carrying patrol equipment
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in emergency and operational situations
• Ability to assess situations quickly, exercise sound judgment, and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to provide compassionate, professional care while responding to medical emergencies and assisting injured guests
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high performing team in a fast-paced operational environment
• Strong attention to detail to identify hazards and support a safe, exceptional guest experience
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time while performing physically demanding work
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours as operational needs require

Job Benefits

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
• Other company perks

Additional Information

• Work Environment & Physical Demands
• Physical Demands
• Reasonable Accommodations

Job Benefits

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
• Other company perks

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).