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Dreaming of a Winter Job in the Mountains? Ski Resorts Are Now Hiring

Originally posted on Powder | By Ian Greenwood | Last updated Aug 5, 2025 1:48 PM ET

It’s August. For most of us in the Northern Hemisphere, it's stinking hot. The hill sides are bare, glasses of lemonade are sweating thick droplets of condensation, and the ski season couldn’t feel further away.

But at ski resorts, preparations for next winter are already underway—and that includes hiring staff across a range of departments. On social media, numerous mountains have advertised that they’re looking for new employees. If your goal is to spend your winter in the alpine, joining the workforces that keep ski resorts running smoothly could be a good place to start.

These are a few of the ski areas and resorts now hiring. Not spotting a ski area that seems like a good fit? Don’t sweat it—more mountains have job openings for the 2025-2026 season, too.

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Mt. Baker, Washington

A few days ago, the powder skiing enclave of Mt. Baker Ski Area, Washington, shared on social media that job applications were now live. The listings include everything from building maintenance technician to pro patroller. The latter group of employees, Mt. Baker noted in a subsequent post, has the “most demanding job on the mountain.” And due to the limited number of available positions, applications to be a pro patroller may close shortly.

Job listings at Mt. Baker.

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Stevens Pass, Washington

South of Mt. Baker ski Area stands Stevens Pass. Popular amongst Seattle area skiers, the mountain gets plenty of snow—460 inches of it each year on average—with interesting terrain to boot. According to a recent social media post, wages start at $20 with additional perks like 40% retail discounts and free lessons included.

Job listings at Stevens Pass.

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Heavenly Mountain Resort, California/Nevada

One of several major ski resorts in the Lake Tahoe area, Heavenly Mountain Resort is known for its standout lakeside views. The mountain’s also hiring.

“Ski instructors, cooks, drivers, you name it,” Heavenly wrote in a recent social media post. “Whether you're looking for a full-time or part-time gig this winter, we'd love to have you on our team!”

Heavenly, like Stevens Pass, is owned by Vail Resorts and has a starting wage of $20.

Job listings at Heavenly Mountain Resort.

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Jay Peak, Vermont

Jay Peak, Vermont—that not-so-little Northeast ski resort known for receiving heaps of fresh snow—is looking for lift mechanics, among other positions. The lift mechanic role offers a sign-on bonus as high as $5,000, wages starting between $22 and $35, and medical insurance. According to Jay Peak’s job page, other open year-round positions include electrical apprentice, chef de cuisine, and water technician (the ski resort has a waterpark).

Job listings at Jay Peak.

This article first appeared on Powder and was syndicated with permission.

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