Lead Ski Patrol

Vail Resorts•Truckee, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Ski Patrol role promotes the safety and security of staff and guests on the mountain. The position requires an alert, dependable professional who can remain calm during crises and help deliver a safe guest experience. The Lead supports patrol operations and leadership, provides mentorship and training, coordinates emergency response, and oversees volunteers. The role is winter seasonal for 2026/2027 and pays an expected $24.00–$30.61 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification.
Valid driver's license.
Five years of previous patrol experience.
At least 21 years of age.
Ability 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 work in all climate conditions and at high elevations.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain current knowledge of and enforce applicable laws, policies, and procedures to ensure guest safety.
Maintain trail safety and operations through preventive procedures, including avalanche mitigation, tree and limb removal, and end-of-day mountain sweeps.
Establish, coordinate, and execute emergency and hazard response plans, including evacuations and search-and-rescue protocols.
Assist and provide care to injured guests and workers, including transport by toboggan or air-lift support when necessary.
Facilitate training, mentorship, and support for patrol members.
Assist patrol leadership in daily operations, including organizing and assigning responsibilities, incident investigations, and hiring activities.
Manage, oversee, and assign responsibilities to volunteers.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Free employee ski passes.
Employee-discounted lift tickets for friends and family.
Free ski lessons.
Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
401(k) retirement plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Training and professional development.
Referral Program.
Health, medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time roles; seasonal employees become eligible after working 500 hours.
Free ski passes for dependents for eligible full-time roles.
Critical Illness and Accident plans for eligible full-time roles.
Wellness benefits.
40% retail discounts.