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Competition Teams Coach Level 100

Vail Resorts
Crested Butte, CO, US, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Aug 2026
💰 $54,000/yr($42,000/yr$54,000/yr)

About the role

 

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:

Alpine/Freestyle/Snowboard Competition coaches work to provide quality ski/ride 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: 

  • Starting Wage: $21.25/hr - $27.00/hr
  • Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
  • Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
  • Housing Availability: Yes

 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Upholding the highest levels of guest and personal safety on varied terrain at 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.

 

Job Requirements:

  • PSIA/AASI Level 1 and/or USSA/FIS Level 100 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 $21.25/hr - $27.00/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. 

 

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