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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary backcountry ski guide in the United States is $14.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Backcountry Ski Guide vs Ski Instructor?

AspectTemporary Backcountry Ski GuideSki Instructor
CertificationsAWSC, CPR, First Aid, Avalanche SafetyLevel 1-3 Certification, CPR, First Aid
Work EnvironmentRemote backcountry, variable snow conditionsResort slopes, ski schools, indoor facilities
Employer & IndustryOutdoor adventure companies, resorts offering backcountry toursSki resorts, ski schools, indoor training centers

Temporary Backcountry Ski Guides and Ski Instructors both require certifications like CPR and First Aid. Guides focus on remote, backcountry environments with variable terrain, while instructors typically work at resorts or indoor facilities teaching skiing skills. The roles differ mainly in work setting and specific skill focus, but both serve the skiing industry and require safety certifications.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Backcountry Ski Guide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,094 per year, or $14.9 per hour.

Meteorological Technician

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Jackson, WY • On-site

$19.52/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

USDA Forest Service rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 120 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 290 rated public sector bodies

Job description

This position is located within a National Forest. The incumbent is responsible for collecting field-based observations and data specific to snow avalanches, the mountain snowpack, and mountain weather conditions for assigned areas.

Qualifications:In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards.
Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary.
GS-05: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-4 grade level; OR successful completion of 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as meteorology, mathematics, engineering, or physical science; OR combinations of successfully completed post-high school education (in excess of the first 60 semester/90 quarter hours) and specialized experience. The education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university with courses related to the occupation of the position.
Examples of specialized experience are: Conducted, monitored, coordinated, and controlled various phases of studies, projects, or operations relating to snowpack, weather, or avalanches; Experienced guiding paying clients in avalanche explosive mitigation work, or providing avalanche hazard mitigation and rescue support at a ski area; Maintained seasonal records of snowpack, weather and avalanche observations for professional or educational purposes; Conducted snow stability analysis and snow mechanics as they relate to avalanches.
Selective Placement Factors
  • Ability to safely and efficiently navigate mountainous terrain in a harsh winter environment using backcountry skis and snowmobiles.
  • Incumbent must maintain a valid state driver's license and have the ability to drive over snow covered roads in a four-wheel drive vehicle.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Education:Employment Type: OTHER

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