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Vail Resorts lists this Lead Specialist: Skilled Ski Patrol- Union opportunity in park city, Utah. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Lead Specialist: Skilled Ski Patrol- UnionCome work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).Employee BenefitsSki/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessonsMORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramExcellent training and professional developmentReferral ProgramJob 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 SpecificationsStarting Wage: $24.00/hr - $30.61/hrEmployment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Shift Type: Full TimeMinimum Age: 18+ or 21+ years of ageHousing Availability: YesJob ResponsibilitiesMaintain up to date knowledge of and enforce all applicable laws, policies, and procedures to ensure the safety of all guestsMaintain 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 protocolsAssist 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 membersAssist patrol leadership in daily operations including but not limited to organizing and assigning responsibilities, incident investigations, and hiring activitiesManage, oversee and assign responsibilities to volunteersJob RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent requiredEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification requiredValid driver's license required5 years of previous patrol experience required; supervisory experience preferredMust be at least 18+ or 21+ years oldMust be able to communicate fluently in EnglishAbility to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekendsAbility to use all sensesAbility to lift and transport 50 to 100 pounds with or without assistanceAbility 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 elevationsUnion Required Statement: The terms and conditions for the position are subject to a Collective Bargaining AgreementThe 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.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.
Worksite address
park city, UT, 84060, US
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