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Arctic Valley Ski Area hires a small staff of paid seasonal employees so we can provide a consistent experience to our guests. Please note that some of these positions are weekend-only, some full-time, and all are based at Arctic Valley Ski Area.
Applicants under 18: Only positions marked with an asterisk (*) are open to applicants 16-17 years old. Arctic Valley is unable to employ people under 16 years of age due to our alcohol permit.
Applicants on work visas: Arctic Valley is unable to sponsor employees on J1 or H2B visas. We are able to employ applicants who already have a sponsor and are looking for a second job.
Benefits: All positions include shift meals, hot drinks, merchandise discounts, access to industry discount programs, and a season pass for the employee, their spouse (or significant other) and dependents. Employees may have access to ski area exchange programs (dependent on participating ski areas).
About Arctic Valley: Arctic Valley Ski Area is owned and operated by the Anchorage Ski Club, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We are a membership-based, community organization. Our passion is for skiing and providing a low-cost, high quality ski experience for southcentral Alaskans. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Reliable, winter-conditions-ready transportation is a must. For directions to Arctic Valley Ski Area, follow this link.
To apply for one of the positions below, complete the job application at the bottom of this page.
Available Positions
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Ski Lift Operator (part time) – $19.00/hr
Arctic Valley Ski Area is hiring lift operators to work Saturdays & Sundays from early December to mid-April. Additional shifts are available on ASD holidays and Thursdays-Fridays from March to mid-April, and preference will be given to candidates available for these shifts.
This is an entry level position, no prior experience is required. Applicants must be at least intermediate skiers or snowboarders, with their own equipment, and outdoor, winter-ready clothing. Duties include operating ski lifts, shoveling, and other duties as assigned. Long periods of time working outside are required.
Pay is $19 per hour, including a $2 per hour end of season bonus, shift meal, hot drinks, sick leave, merchandise discounts, and access to industry discount programs. Ride breaks are possible on slower days.
A high level of responsibility and reliability are absolutely required. Reliable, winter-conditions-ready transportation is a must. A background check will be performed on all applicants. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Ski Team Coach – Learn to Ski – $18.50/hr
Arctic Valley is hiring a head coach for our Learn to Ski Program. In this position you’ll help kids who are just learning to ski become competent riders at Arctic Valley. Position is Saturdays only for the duration of the ski season, and includes ski area benefits (employee & family season passes, merchandise discounts, daily kitchen credit, and access to industry & reciprocal ticket programs with other ski areas. Minimum age for this position is 16. Must pass a background check.
Ski Team Coach – Intro to Racing – $20.00/hr
Arctic Valley is hiring a coach for our Intro to Racing program. In this position you’ll coach kids who are taking the first steps towards become ski racers. Position is primarily Saturdays with occasional Sundays for the duration of the ski season, and includes ski area benefits (employee & family season passes, merchandise discounts, daily kitchen credit, and access to industry & reciprocal ticket programs with other ski areas. Previous ski racing experience is preferred. Minimum age for this position is 16. Must pass a background check.
