Temporary Backcountry Ski Guide Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This is a temporary position with a projected start date of July 15, 2026 and projected end date of July 29, 2026.

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will teach CPR/First Aid Instructor courses to Monarch staff.

The Ski Patrol Department is a fun and exciting way to join the on-mountain ski industry and the Monarch family. This department is an upbeat, active, and outdoor department that provides opportunities to earn and play in the mountains. Enjoy the on-mountain working environment then the perks of your complimentary Monarch Mountain Season Pass. The Ski Patroller 3 acts as a team leader and is a visible safety advocate and resource on the mountain who knowledgeably manages the first aid, evacuation, and transportation of sick/injured guests; recognizes liability situations on the mountain and takes the appropriate actions to help mitigate these; maintains mountain infrastructure; documents patrol activities; and provides skier education and peer training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Ski Patroller 3 responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Be an effective employee within the guidelines of department and company policies, procedures and values, in fulfillment of Monarch’s mission statement to “provide our guests with a quality, personalized mountain experience.”
• Work in conjunction with other employees and departments as part of the Monarch team.
• Provide assistance and appropriate first aid to sick/injured guests; manage their evacuation and transportation as necessary.
• Maintain ski area trail signage, closures, and permitted boundary lines.
• Perform avalanche reduction duties and complete appropriate documentation.
• Perform lift evacuations and participate in search and rescue operations, as necessary.
• Maintain toboggans, first aid, rescue gear and equipment used by Patrol.
• Communicate clearly and concisely on the mountain radio system in accordance with Monarch policies/procedures and FCC rules and regulations.
• Perform mountain sweeps at end of day and as necessary.
• Document and file all appropriate Ski Patrol forms.
• Assist in, or take the lead as directed, in accident investigations.
• Assist in the organization of training activities; act as lead in carrying out training activities.
• Perform duties in accordance with Ski Patrol and Medical protocols.
• Educate ski area guests and employees on the Your Responsibility Code and Ski Safety Act as appropriate, in a courteous and non-condescending manner.
• Other duties as assigned. This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Must be an expert skier.
• Must demonstrate an aptitude for mountaineering and an interest in the development of backcountry skills.
• Proficient reading and legible writing skills in the English language.
• Ability to speak clearly and pleasantly and communicate in the English language.
• Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials and situations.
• Ability to train others and give direction in a non-condescending manner.
• Aware of surroundings and the ability to identify and respond quickly to situational needs.
• Ability to take direction and follow procedures.
• Must be punctual and reliable

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum age: 21
• Legal citizen of the United States or possess other proper work permit authentication.
• A valid driver’s license and good, company insurable driving record required.
• High School Diploma or GED required, college degree preferred.
• Current certification in WFR, EMT or OEC required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Ski/ride at an advanced level.
• Minimum five seasons of Ski Patrol experience preferred.
• Avalanche I and Avalanche II/Pro 1 certification required.
• Experience as an Avi Control Route Leader at Monarch or similar area required.
• Meet one of the two following requirements:
  • Advanced medical certification: RN or Paramedic
  • Minimum EMT-B and Type I Explosives Permit with the state of Colorado.
• Must be able to load and unload a chair lift, and stop, turn, kick-turn, change directions suddenly, adapt to uneven, varying terrain, and move in all directions on skis or snowboard carrying up to 90 lbs. of varying shapes and sizes.
• Must be able to ski/snowboard a loaded toboggan on all terrain and in all conditions.
• Requires stretching, bending, squatting, reaching, grasping, and routinely lifting moderate to heavy (90 lbs) loads.
• Requires good balance, standing and walking on uneven, slippery surfaces; pushing and pulling up to 90 lbs.
• Requires driving or riding a snowmobile.
• Requires climbing lift towers to heights averaging up to 25’.
• Possible exposure to bio-hazards (see JHAs).
• Includes exposure to avalanche and tree well dangers.
• Covid 19 vaccine and current bivalent vaccine booster is recommended and preferred prior to starting.
• Requires working at high elevation (up to 12,000’), with extended exposure to adverse weather conditions, such as severe cold, heavy snowfall, rain, strong winds and intense sun.

JOB TYPE: Temporary, Part Time

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate starts at $23.00 (actual pay will be adjusted based on experience).
• Benefits: Monarch Season Pass and many more! For a full list of benefits visit www.skimonarch.com/jobs

JOB POSTING DEADLINE: July 10, 2026

This Job Description is not an employment contract. This position is “at-will,” which means that Monarch may terminate an employee who holds this position at any time, with or without “cause,” and with or without notice. Similarly, an employee who holds this position is free to resign at any time. Monarch requests a courtesy two-week advanced notice of intent to resign. Individuals with disabilities that seek reasonable accommodation(s) to allow them to perform the essential functions of this position should contact the Human Resource Manager to initiate an interactive process to determine whether an accommodation is appropriate and reasonable given all circumstances presented.