Spend Your Winter Skiing & Working in the Mountains of Northern New Mexico!

Posted: Aug 19, 2026

Ski Rental Technician & Retail Associate

Cottam's Ski Shops Rental & Retail

Angel Fire, New Mexico

Wages/Pay
$18.00 - $19.00 / hour + tips
Experience Level
No experience required
Job Start Date
Dec 01, 2026

Ski Rental Technician – Winter 2026–2027

Cottam’s Ski Shops | Celebrating 50 Years!
Season: December 1, 2026 – March 30, 2027
Starting Pay: $18/hour starting + tips & end of season bonus
Job Type: Full-Time, Seasonal

Spend Your Winter in the Mountains!

Cottam’s Ski Shops is hiring enthusiastic, dependable, and outdoors-minded Ski Rental Technicians for the 2026–2027 winter season!

Founded in 1976, Cottam’s is a family-owned and operated New Mexico ski shop celebrating 50 years in business. For five decades, we’ve helped skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels get out on the mountain with quality rental equipment, knowledgeable service, and a friendly, welcoming experience.

No previous ski shop experience is required. We provide hands-on training in ski and snowboard equipment, boot fitting, binding adjustment, equipment tuning, and rental operations. Team members will also complete training to earn a national ski binding certification.

If you enjoy skiing or snowboarding, working with people, and want to spend a winter in the mountains, we’d love to have you on our team!

Primary Responsibilities

  • Help guests select and rent the appropriate ski and snowboard equipment

  • Fit ski and snowboard boots for comfort and proper sizing

  • Adjust and test ski bindings according to industry standards

  • Mount, tune, and maintain ski and snowboard equipment

  • Provide friendly, efficient customer service during busy rental periods

  • Check rental equipment in and out and keep equipment organized

  • Help create a welcoming and enjoyable experience for our guests

Additional Responsibilities

  • Assist customers with retail merchandise

  • Keep the shop clean, organized, and inviting

  • Organize rental equipment and storage areas

  • Help transport equipment and supplies when needed

  • Assist with snow removal from decks, entrances, and walkways

  • Pitch in wherever needed as part of a small, team-oriented operation

What We’re Looking For

  • A genuine commitment to excellent customer service

  • Friendly, positive, and professional attitude

  • Dependable and motivated work ethic

  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

  • Willingness to learn new skills

  • Strong team-player mentality

  • Interest in and enthusiasm for skiing, snowboarding, and the mountain lifestyle

  • Ability to work weekends and holidays during the ski season

Perks & Benefits

Working at Cottam’s means getting to enjoy the ski season, too!

  • Starting pay of $18/hour, with compensation based on experience

  • Angel Fire Resort season pass

  • Daily ski/ride breaks when operations allow

  • Free ski, snowboard, snowshoe, and cross-country ski rentals

  • 25% employee discount on store merchandise

  • Access to industry pro-form discounts from participating outdoor brands

  • Paid, hands-on equipment training

  • National ski binding certification training

  • End-of-season bonus opportunity

  • The chance to spend your winter working and skiing in the mountains of Northern New Mexico

Join us for our 50th anniversary season and become part of a family ski business that has been serving Northern New Mexico since 1976!

How to Apply

Please email your resume to garrett.cottam@gmail.com along with a brief introduction telling us a little about yourself, your relevant experience, and why you’re interested in joining Cottam’s Ski Shops for the winter season. We look forward to hearing from you!

Contact Info

Cottam's Ski Shops Rental & Retail

Established in 1976, Cottam’s Ski Shops is a family-owned and operated business rooted in the mountains of Northern New Mexico. For nearly 50 years, we’ve helped guests make the most of their time on the slopes. Join our team for an exciting winter season, work in a world-class mountain setting, and become part of the Cottam’s family!

Location
New Mexico
Season
Winter
Staff size
6-10
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Employee housing is available in a shared 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment with two employees per bedroom. Includes a full kitchen and living area, just 10 minutes from Cottam’s Ski Shop and Angel Fire Resort. Employees can walk or use the resort shuttle to work, but having a personal vehicle is strongly recommended.
Pet friendly
No
Meals
None
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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