Entrylevel Less Physically Demanding Jobs in Orem, UT

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Come 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 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

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary 

Entry Level Ski Patrollers are responsible for creating a safe and enjoyable mountain experience by providing emergency medical care, maintaining trails and safety systems, educating guests, and supporting mountain operations. This role requires strong skiing ability, sound judgment, excellent guest service, and a commitment to teamwork in a dynamic alpine environment.

Job Responsibilities 

• Promote guest safety through education and proactive mountain presence. 
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide emergency care to injured or ill guests. 
• Transport injured guests using rescue toboggans and patrol equipment. 
• Maintain trails through hazard marking, fencing, closures, padding, and other safety materials. 
• Assist with avalanche mitigation activities and complete required avalanche training. 
• Participate in lift evacuations and other emergency response operations. 
• Deliver exceptional guest service and assist with guest inquiries and concerns. 
• Complete accurate incident documentation and reports. 
• Support other mountain operations departments as needed. 
• Maintain patrol equipment and facilities in a clean, organized manner. 
• Complete all Entry Level Patroller competencies during the first season. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Job Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18+ or 21+ years of age. 
• Current Wilderness First Responder (WFR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification. 
• Current CPR certification. 
• Successfully pass the Park City Mountain Ski Patrol ski test. 
• Ability to ski advanced and expert terrain with confidence and control. 
• Fluent in English with strong communication and guest service skills. 
• Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding, high-alpine environment in all weather conditions. 

Physical Requirements 

• Ski advanced terrain while carrying patrol equipment. 
• Lift, carry, push, and pull patients and rescue equipment. 
• Perform physically demanding work in steep terrain, deep snow, and adverse weather conditions.

The expected pay range is $21.51/hr - $25.30/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

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.

Requisition ID  515507
Reference Date: 07/14/2026 
Job Code Function: Ski Patrol