Experienced Ski Patrol

Job overview

Experienced Ski Patrol is an onsite, winter-seasonal 2026/2027 role in Mercersburg, PA, with full-time hours available. The stated pay range is $22.00–$27.70 per hour. Vail Resorts’ Ski Patrol team is responsible for the safety of staff and guests on the mountain. The patrol member helps prevent and respond to mountain safety incidents, assists injured or ill guests, and supports safe resort operations across varied terrain and winter conditions. The role also helps maintain trails and ensure guests are safely off the mountain at closing.

What you'll do

• Promote guest safety
• provide first aid and transport injured guests by toboggan or support air-lift operations
• identify trail hazards and set closures
• transport supplies and equipment
• complete end-of-day closing procedures
• enforce the Skier Responsibility Code and resort policies
• assist with chairlift and guest evacuations
• operate snowmobiles as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

experienced ski patrol

mercersburg pa

vail resorts

winter seasonal 2026/2027

full-time hours available

expert ski level

first aid

mountain safety

trail patrol

guest evacuation

housing available

$22–$27.70/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Free employee passes and ski lessons
• discounted lift tickets for friends and family
• discounts on lodging, food, gear, and shuttles
• 401(k)
• employee assistance program
• training and professional development
• referral program.

Why this role

Expert skiing level and prior patrol experience are required; housing is available; winter-seasonal position with full-time hours available.

About the employer

Vail Resorts is hiring for this role. Industry: Skiing Facilities. Sector: 71.