Mountain Safety Attendant - Winter Seasonal

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Description:

Looking for a position the will put you out on the slopes?  Passionate about helping guests and employee have a fun and safe time on the slopes?  Affectionately referred to as "yellow jackets", Mountain Safety is the department for you.  Mountain Safety Attendants work to uphold the highest levels of guest safety on the mountain as well as promote the Skier Responsibility Code and Vail Resorts’ safety policies and procedures.  This position also serves as an ambassador for guest service and resort knowledge.

Job duties expected from each Attendant include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervising and maintaining the highest levels of guest safety while skiing/boarding and standing at on mountain stations, on varied terrain in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.
• Enforcing the Skier Responsibility Code and Resort policies with guests and employees including revocation of lift tickets or passes and instructing guests and employees on appropriate behavior.
• Answering guest questions regarding terrain, directions, and other resort/town information in a professional friendly manner.
• Placing and monitoring signage and baffles in slow ski zones.
• Checking trails for safety hazards, placing ropes and packing or shoveling snow.
• Lifting equipment which may include baffles, signage, padding, and/or toboggans.
• Assisting guests to their feet and/or to descend the mountain.

Qualifications:

• Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate or better level
• Willing and able to work outside in a variety of winter weather conditions including high winds, heavy snow/rain and intense sunshine
• Concern for the safety of the guests and employees on our slopes
• Must be able to communicate in English
• Must be able to lift required equiptment for the position

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We’re looking for team members who are passionate about their work and the world around them, who take pride in ensuring our guests receive the best possible service, and who bring a sense of self and fun to all they do. Life at 9,280 feet in the sky is a little different. With our crisp Rocky Mountain air and vast options for adventure and exploring, you can join a community who loves where they live and love what they do. Keystone will be your home away from home, with its warmth, friendliness and unequaled eye for detail. Come join our team – where A Mountain of Possibilities awaits.

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 110911