The A3 Pro Employment List is compiled to help employers and professional avalanche workers connect. Positions posted must be closely related to the field of snow and avalanches.
*All employment postings are listed in alphabetical order. Scroll to the bottom to make sure you don’t miss an opportunity!
To submit an employment listing, email a3@avalanche.org with the your position formated as follows: Employer name, position title, location, position type (e.g. seasonal or year-round, full-time or part-time), salary/wage (can be starting amount or a range), closing date for applications, hiring contact info and/or how to apply, and a brief position description (about a paragraph; can link to a PDF or website with more information). Listings will be removed after the closing date or after three months.
Copper Mountain Resort
POSITION: Ski Patrol
LOCATION: Copper Mountain, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
COMPENSATION: Starting at $21.50+/hr DOE
CLOSING DATE: May 1, 2026 or Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The role of the winter patroller is to ensure a reasonably safe skiing environment. To provide medical assistance and evacuation, guest safety, search and rescue support, trail work, lift evacuation, daily duty station responsibilities, avalanche mitigation work, equipment maintenance, and other assigned duties. Each task requires a high level of decision making.
Must be an expert skier or rider
Hold current (or be enrolled in) Colorado or National EMT (or higher) and, current CPR certification by position start date of 11/1/26.
Ski Patrol or mountaineering experience preferred
Must be 21 years old
Must have valid US driver’s license.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Trevor at tlehto@coppercolorado.com .
Date Posted: 2/9/26
Crested Butte Mountain Resort
POSITION: Ski Patrol Manager
LOCATION: Crested Butte, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, 8-Month Winter Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $85,000-$92,000/annually based on 12 months
CLOSING DATE: December 26, 2025 or Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
As a Ski Patrol Manager, you will work in coordination with the Patrol Senior Manager to lead a team of Ski Patrol Supervisors and oversee all departmental functions; including snow safety/avalanche mitigation, staffing, training, budgeting, medical preparedness and response, lift evacuation, and interdepartmental and interagency collaboration. This position requires both strategic and tactical thinking, an enterprise mindset, and a deep commitment to fostering a culture of excellence.
The ideal candidate will exhibit strong leadership abilities and experience as well as experience in professional avalanche mitigation at a leadership level.
TO APPLY: Click here
Date Posted: 12/9/25
Sweetwater Heli
POSITION: Heli-Ski / Heli-Board Guide
LOCATION: Bridgeport, CA
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, 2025/2026 Winter/Spring
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
COMPENSATION: $1500-$3000/week DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Sweetwater Heli, is a new helicopter skiing / boarding operation based in Bridgeport California that offers small group A-Star heliskiing. Be a part of a new operation and get involved with California's only Heli Ski Operation. Seeking guides for weekly availability with guaranteed days off, work close to home and still live the dream. On-site lodging provided for distant employees. All guides welcome to apply, previous heli ski experience is an asset but not required. Wages based on training, certification and experience.
TO APPLY: Send resumes to Ashley at info@sweetwater-heli.com.
Posted: 12/1/25
Telluride Ski & Golf Resort
POSITION: Ski Patrol
LOCATION: Telluride, CO
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, 2026/2027
CLOSING DATE: February 28, 2026
COMPENSATION: Starting at $25/hr DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Telluride Ski & Golf is seeking motivated and qualified candidates for our Ski Patrol Basic position for the 2026/2027 season. This role supports the safety and operations of the mountain through guest service, hazard mitigation, and emergency response in a dynamic alpine environment. Applicants must meet all required certifications and be prepared to work in challenging winter conditions as part of a collaborative patrol team. Mandatory on-snow tryouts for qualified candidates will be held on March 2nd & 3rd, 2026.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply directly. For questions, contact Ski Patrol Director Ian Kirkwood at ikirkwood@tellurideskiresort.com.
Posted: 2/4/26