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Mountain Safety
Aspen One · United States
Apply by 1 October 2026
Direct avalanche mitigation programs, morning blasting routes, technical alpine medical response, trail sweeps, and terrain safety across all four Aspen peaks.
Pay
$23–27 / hour
Duration
5 months
Start
15 November 2026
End
15 April 2027
Job type
Mountain Safety
Housing
Subsidized Corporate Housing
Starting from $23.00 to $27.00/hr, specialized gear uniform packages, medical and wellness benefits, and full four-mountain season riding privileges.
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EMT-B, OEC, or WFR certification. AIARE Pro 1 or equivalent snow safety credential. Expert skiing ability across all double-black avalanche terrain.
Aspen 4 Mountain Pass
Uniform Gear Package
Medical Wellness Benefits
Avalanche Training
Aspen One operates the legendary, premium-tier peaks of Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Highlands, and Buttermilk. Renowned for luxury mountain experiences, they offer highly competitive seasonal work environments across upscale hospitality networks, high-end guest services, and strict mountain safety divisions.
Premium Ultra-Luxury Resort Footprint
Highly Competitive Seasonal Pay Rates
Complimentary Aspen Snowmass Season Pass
World-Class Professional Hospitality Training
While English is required for safety, speaking secondary languages like Spanish or Portuguese is a massive asset for international guest services.
Yes, staff receive premium discounts at all Aspen Snowmass owned retail shops and mountain restaurants.

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