Truckee, CA, US
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
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:
Team Lead Race Coach works with to provide quality ski instruction and coaching of athlete development to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding all Skier Safety Act rules/regulations and Company guidelines. We are an in-house team, with foundation support and tremendous growth opportunities.
Job Specifications:
Job Responsibilities:
Upholding the highest levels of guest and personal safety on varied terrain in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.
Clearly and accurately instructing assigned levels of skiing to students, both physically and verbally.
Ensuring that athletes are matched to appropriate skier skill level and working with supervisors/managers to make appropriate changes when necessary.
Assisting guests to load and unload the chairlift.
Clearly communicating instructions and assisting athletes during training sessions and at competitions; lifting children by the vest (if applicable).
Supervising athletes in training; assisting at lunch and snack times; ensuring the return of athletes to identified guardian.
Assisting in operational responsibilities of competition service and related SRS programs including but not limited to registration process, directing athletes to appropriate equipment fitting source, upkeep of outdoor training areas, and cleanliness of facilities.
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
PSIA/AASI and/or USSA/FIS certification
High School or Equivalent Education
Attend Ski and Ride training sessions
Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and browser applications; basic internet navigation
Must be fluent in all aspects of the English language (spoken and written)
Must have excellent guest service skills
Must have excellent communication skills
Must work well in a team
Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment
Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow and provide directions
Must be available to work holidays and weekends
Must be able to lift, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently.
Preferred Skills:
Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring
Experience coaching experience of winter sports athletes of all ages
Previous ski/snowboard coaching experience
Knowledge of local area/resort
The expected pay range is $23.00 - $25.99. 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.
Requisition ID 503102
Reference Date: 07/18/2024
Job Code Function: Competition Services
