Spclst - Skilled: Ski Patrol - Union

Job Summary

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Leads first and foremost with the Vail Values: Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, Have Fun, Be Inclusive.
Leads other patrollers by example in serving the team and our guests.
Drives a positive patrol culture by coaching and mentoring patrollers in alignment with the performance and behavioral standards of the Company.
Positively supports the combined patrol culture by supporting and executing new procedures that work towards this goal.
Actively supports behaviors that show respect and inclusivity for others on the team.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote guest safety on varied terrain with varying winter weather conditions
• Aid injured/ill guests on the mountain
• Transport injured guests off the mountain using a toboggan or supporting air lift operations
• 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
• Supervise and administer training
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and strong guest service skills
• Interface with and be a liaison for other departments involved with ski area operations
• Supports daily ski patrol operation and performs ski patrol duties
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years of previous patrol experience preferred
• 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 have excellent guest service skills
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a mountain environment
• Excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills – Required
• Able to effectively work within a team – Required
• Time Management & organizational skills – Required
• Leadership ability – Required
• Strong Decision making skills – Required
• Competent with Windows based programs; specifically Microsoft Office – Required
• Expert skiing/riding skills – Required
• Current OEC, EMT-B or higher medical certification – Required

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

$24.64/hr - $35.20/hr

Employment Type

Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Shift Type

Full Time

Housing Availability

Yes