Live Your Mountain Life Dream in New Mexico!

Red River Ski & Summer Area

Currently recruiting for the season from November 16th, 2026 to March 24th, 2027.

With over 60 years of operation as a family owned business, Red River Ski & Summer Area takes pride in creating an exceptional experience for both returning and new guests. Our commitment to providing top-notch recreation facilities, coupled with our warm hospitality towards families, sets us apart. We are constantly striving to improve our services and exceed guest expectations.

Situated along the famed Enchanted Circle and surrounded by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Town of Red River is an escape in the mountains situated at 8,750 feet.

Location
New Mexico
Season
Summer, Winter, and Year Round
Staff size
200 Winter Season, 70 Summer Season
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartments with 4 tenants
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good

About Red River Ski & Summer Area

With over 60 years of operation as a family owned business, Red River Ski & Summer Area offers a unique affordable vacation experience surrounded by the Southern Rockies of New Mexico. 

We cherish our winters in Red River, where the sweet little ski town tradition lives on. You’ll find wide open groomers, park laps, and steep powder filled trees, all with minimal lift lines and fresh powder stashes that last days after a storm. This is a real ski town built by miners, not developers. Come check out the real thing, we’re sure you’ll fall in love with the Ski Town of the Southwest. 

Summertime and the living is easy. Kick back and relax, where the air is fresh and the nights are cool. Wake up with the sun, there are endless ways to play. We offer a cool mountain retreat with an aerial adventure ropes course, zip line, scenic lift rides, disc golf, summer mountain tubing, and more. We are the perfect cool summer vacation spot in New Mexico.

The Employee Experience

Experience the mountain life of your dreams at Red River Ski & Summer Area! The town of Red River offers a serene and laid-back pace of life, surrounded by abundant outdoor activities. You can indulge in skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, fishing, hiking, mountain biking and more. Irrespective of whether you work in winter or summer, there are plenty of activities to enjoy!

Main Street is just a mile long, making it convenient to access shopping and great restaurants without starting your car. Red River is a resort town known for its welcoming sense of community and neighborly spirit, making it an ideal place to call home. The year-round population is approximately 539, but this number can grow to thousands during peak seasons. Located in the scenic Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northern New Mexico, Red River is far enough away from the hustle and bustle of a big city yet close to many attractions.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for people who share our love for the outdoors and are eager to provide excellent hospitality to our guests. Our ideal candidates should always wear a friendly smile and be helpful toward our guests to enhance our services and exceed guest expectations.

Room and Board

Employee housing is located in town, with a five-minute walk to the ski area at The Rocky Mountain Manor and Terrace Towers Lodge. Each fully furnished apartment has two bedrooms with two twin beds per room and one shared closet, a fully equipped kitchen with appliances, a living area with a love seat, a television, and a bathroom. Housing units are not co-ed and are not pet-friendly. Free laundry facilities are available at each location. There is no housekeeping service. Apartments must be kept clean and free of damage before the housing deposit will be refunded.  There will be random inspections during the season and a final inspection at the end of the season.

A refundable housing deposit of $150 is due upon arrival. It can also be paid in advance over the phone. Once the housing deposit is paid, a code to enter the apartment will be provided. If the employee departs housing before the season has ended, the deposit will not be refunded. The weekly rent payment of $125 is deducted from the employee’s bi-weekly paycheck and includes wifi and utilities. The rent is based on two people per room with four occupants in one unit. 

To learn more about housing, visit the following link. Red River Ski Area Employee Housing

For questions or more information, please get in touch with our HR department at humanresources@redriverskiarea.com or 575-754-2223 ext 2303

Other housing options may exist in Red River and surrounding communities through private listings or property management companies. Questa (12 miles), Eagle Nest (17 miles), and Taos (36 miles) are options for those with reliable transportation to work. For Workforce Housing resources within the Town of Red River, visit the following link. Town of Red River Workforce Housing

Employee Perks

If living your mountain life dream isn't a benefit enough, we offer the great perks listed below.

  • Affordable Employee Housing Based on Availability
  • Winter Season Pass with Free Days at Select Partner Mountains
  • Free and Discounted Lift Tickets for Friends and Family
  • Free First Time Ski or Snowboard Lesson
  • Discounted Seasonal Rental Equipment
  • Employee Credit Accounts
  • Food and Retail Discounts
  • Equipment Discounts
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Discounted Summer Activities for Friends and Family

Getting Here and Getting Around

Red River is centrally located between multiple airports in New Mexico and Colorado. For the closest major airport, choose one of the many daily flights into the Albuquerque International Sunport, three hours away, or for a closer and smaller airport, Santa Fe Regional Airport, just two hours away.

Public transportation to the area is available via the North Central Regional Transit District. The signature RTD Blue Buses connect riders to New Mexico Rail Runner, Santa Fe Trails, New Mexico Park and Ride, Los Alamos Atomic City Transit, Taos Chile Line, and Red River Miner’s Transit. All of its buses are ADA-accessible and equipped with bicycle racks. 

Local service is provided by the Red River Miner's Transit, offering free year-round, seven-days-a-week, wheelchair-accessible service anywhere in town. 

For Fun

Surrounded by the Carson National Forest, Red River offers a variety of outdoor and recreational activities, including disc golf, fishing, horseback riding, biking, hiking, off-roading, camping, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and more. The Community House sponsors guided hikes in the area, yoga classes, and fun family activities. The town of Red River has several festivals and events, including Mardi Gras in the Mountains, Art & Wine Festival, 8750 BBQ & Music Festival, and Oktoberfest. Other annual events include the Fourth of July Parade, Switch on the Holidays, Christmas Luminaria Tour, and Spring Break. For a listing of all events, visit the following link. Red River Events

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Current Job Openings

    Mountain Operations

    Building Maintenance Manager

    Red River

    Year Round Opportunity

    To supervise daily building or mechanical systems maintenance/repair work and special remodeling/construction projects, and to perform the duties of a maintenance technician or mechanical systems technician. 

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Plan and supervise daily building or mechanical systems maintenance operations, including emergency situations.  

    • Ensure the grounds of all properties are well-maintained with snow removal.  

    • Supervise approximately one to three maintenance or mechanical staff and third-party contractors: plan and issue daily work assignments; monitor work in progress and check completed work; assist with difficult or unusual tasks, and resolve problems. Plan staffing needs and work schedules. 

    • Supervise/assist with the maintenance and repair of tools and equipment used to perform maintenance, mechanical and construction work. 

    • Order and maintain a regular inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.

    • Keep a work-log to document all maintenance work performed along with records of all requests, communication and the resolution of said requests.  

    • Monitor maintenance expenditures and ensure that budget guidelines are met. 

    • Assess each maintenance issue to determine if it can be resolved in-house or if a third-party contractor is needed.  Approach each request with the goal of reducing long-term costs to the organization.  

    • Coordinate and collaborate with staff to regularly inspect buildings and facilities along with individual residential units to identify needed maintenance, repair work and safety needs.  

    • Ensure that all applicable work safety and security procedures are followed. 

    • Maintain an updated list of all vendors, suppliers and contractors.  Develop a good professional relationship with all vendors, suppliers and contractors. 

    • Maintain a positive and cooperative relationship with staff, building occupants, tenants and the public.    

    • Perform related duties as assigned. 

    • General supervision is received from the Deputy General Manager/Director of Mountain Operations.

    • Functional and partial administrative supervision of approximately five to ten employees plus contractors.

    Qualifications

    • Broad base of knowledge and skills related to the building trades, including rough and finish carpentry, masonry, basic plumbing/wiring, heavy equipment operation, and the like. Project management and estimating experience. 

    • Good understanding of institutional building maintenance operations.

    • Good basic reading, writing, math, administrative, and supervisory skills, with some previous supervisory experience.

    • Ability to use available technology such as smart phones, tablets, etc.

    • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software.

    • Must have valid driver’s license and pas background check.    

    • Ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of personnel as well as outside vendors and contractors. 

    • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekend as needed.  Must be able to be on call and respond to maintenance emergencies.  

    Work Environment

    • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at a time.

    • Must be able to work in a variety of extreme weather conditions.  

    • Ability to complete tasks and physical requirements outlined in job description.

    Education and/or Experience

    • High school education, with technical trades training, relevant experience in the building trades, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired. 

    Food & Beverage

    Food Service Staff

    Red River

    Cafeteria Staff positions are available at the Ski Tip Restaurant. The candidate must be dependable and enjoy working in a team environment. Daily duties include food preparation, cooking, stocking, and cleaning. Food & Beverage employees receive a shift meal when working.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Takes orders, explains menu items and serves customers.
    • Maintains kitchen and work area by keeping clean and organized.
    • Keep all guest areas spotless and in good condition.
    • Learn the proper and safe use of cleaning products.

    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    • Execute proper cleaning and stocking of restrooms throughout the day.
    • Work as cashier collecting payment for products and using our software to register sales.
    • Sells alcoholic beverages in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations governing alcohol sales.
    • Checks I.D. of persons wanting to purchase alcoholic beverages.
    • Keep nice and neat appearance, keep uniform clean and have good personal hygiene.
    • Willingly perform any task outside the normal job parameters that are assigned which may be required to help the Food Services Department or Red River Ski Area meet required goals or standards.

    Qualifications

    • Must be dependable and punctual with daily scheduling.
    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relation skills: ability to be pleasant, courteous and actively friendly with everyone. 
    • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 
    • Ability to understand and respond quickly to instructions.
    • Understand the importance of personal hygiene and proper sanitation.
    • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

    Work Environment

    • Employees regularly work near moving mechanical parts, sharp kitchen utensils and hot stove/fryer/oven. 
    • The employee is frequently exposed to food smells.
    • Heavy lifting up to 50lbs.
    • Employees are often exposed to chemicals and other cleaning products.
    • May be required to stand long period of time.
    • Employees may be required to work holidays and weekends.

    Education and/or Experience

    • High School Graduate or GED
    • Servers training from NM Alcohol and Gaming division.
    • No prior experience, training provided.
    Mountain Operations

    Lift Operations Manager

    Red River

    Year Round Opportunity

    Oversee and manage all aspects of the Lift Operations Department. 

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Hire, train, schedule, and manage employees for the Lift Operations Department.

    • Completes disciplinary action, employee evaluations, and other departmental personnel functions.

    • Develop policies, procedures, and revisions as necessary within the department.

    • Set goals and objectives for the Lift Operations Department. Set a positive and professional example for all employees to follow.

    • Ensure that all Lift Operations personnel work towards departmental goals and objectives as a team.

    • Focuses experience on developing training programs for all Lift Operational personnel, ensuring a priority of safety, job knowledge, and guest/interpersonal relations.

    • Examines and ensures that all operations comply with A.N.S.I. B77 Code.

    • Monitors Operational Daily Logs per the A.N.S.I. B77 Code.

    • Stays aware of conditions or occurrences that may adversely affect the safety of operations.

    • Troubleshoots daily problems on chairlifts.

    • Facilitates developing and implementing all Lift Operations Department safety programs, including the O.S.H.A. required monthly safety meeting. Holds and documents weekly safety meetings.

    • Diplomatically handles staff situations.

    • Operates assigned equipment in a safe, competent, and knowledgeable manner.

    • Maintains informed about the lift openings, closures, and general skiing conditions.

    • Conducts departmental Daily Morning Meetings. 

    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    • Assists with lift evacuations.

    • Assist the Lift Maintenance Department.  

    • Keep a nice and neat appearance, keep your uniform clean, and have good personal hygiene.

    • Must be dependable and punctual.

    • Willingly perform any task outside the assigned job parameters, which may be required to help Red River Ski Area meet required goals or standards.

    Qualifications

    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relations, including being pleasant, courteous, and actively friendly with everyone. 

    • Self-directed.

    • Works well as a team to get the job done.

    • Ability to identify and accommodate shifting priorities with little or no notice.

    • Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 

    • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

    Work Environment

    • Work in extreme weather conditions, standing for long periods.

    • Must be able to work holidays and weekends.

    • May be requested to work extra hours with little or no notice.

    • Lift and/or move heavy weight.

    Education and/or Experience

    • High School Degree or equivalent.

    • Mechanical aptitude.


    Mountain Operations

    Lift Operator

    Red River

    Assist and interact with guests in getting on and off chairlifts. Be responsible for operating and monitoring the chairlift. Perform chairlift operational checks alongside lift maintenance to ensure the safe operation of the lift, including the daily operational logs, reports, and checklists. Part of the daily duties may include assisting with the ticket-checking side of our department to ensure all guests and mountain staff have a proper ticket or pass before loading the lift. Be able to communicate effectively and professionally to guests using a faulty pass and be able to resolve any issues. Greet our guests and answer any questions while maintaining the lift line.

    Requires ability to perform physical labor, such as shoveling, chipping ice, etc. Must follow instructions, give directions, and communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and, most importantly, our guests. Must communicate effectively under pressure and/or during emergencies. Must be reliable and prepared to work outdoors for long periods in all types of weather. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Operate equipment safely and knowledgeably. 

    • Conduct all morning operational safety checks alongside the Lift Maintenance Department.

    • Maintain loading and unloading areas by shoveling, raking, and/or chipping ice and snow to ensure a safe area for the guests. 

    • Maintain lift logs as trained. 

    • Have an informed status about lift openings, closures, and trail openings and closures. 

    • Maintain an alert and reactive ability while operating the lift. 

    • Should be able to lift at least 40 pounds.

    • Create and keep up open communication with guests and coworkers. 

    • Responsible for checking all season passes and lift tickets for authenticity. 

    • Keep all areas clean of trash and other debris. 

    • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management to help other departments within Red River Ski Area. 

    • This position requires significant amounts of shoveling, raking, and chipping of ice and snow. 

    • The ability to perform strenuous physical activities throughout the day is critical to this position. 

    • Ability to work and communicate effectively during stressful or emergencies. 

    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    • Assist ski patrol, management, and lift maintenance with lift evacuations.

    • Working extra hours or shifts can result in overtime.

    • Keep a neat appearance, keep your uniform clean, and have good personal hygiene. 

    Qualifications

    • Must be dependable and punctual with daily scheduling. 

    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relations. 

    • Ability to apply common sense and critical thinking to any situation and to carry out instructions put forth by management. 

    Work Environment 

    • Working outdoors in varied weather conditions (rain, snow, sleet, heavy winds, sunshine, etc.).

    • Employees regularly work near moving mechanical parts. 

    • Employees should expect to work holidays and weekends.

    Education and/or Experience

    • No prior experience is necessary. Training is provided.

    • Must be at least 18 years of age.


    Guest Services & Ticket Sales

    Sales Representative

    Red River

    Sales Representatives are responsible for handling in person and over the phone sales and reservations. Promote a friendly and welcoming environment to our guests. Be an excellent communicator who can respond quickly and efficiently to guest needs.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

    • Greet guests, listen, and understand their needs.
    • Instruct guests on how to use Waiver Stations.
    • Perform sales of Scenic Summer Chairlift, Summer Mountain Tubing, Pioneer Flyer, and Retail. 
    • Collects payment for products sold using our sales software focusing on cash management.
    • Verify cash drawer at the beginning of the shift and inform supervisor immediately of any discrepancy.
    • Maintain a work area that is clean and organized.
    • Cheerfully provide direction or information about the mountain and services.
    • Dispense accurate information about Red River Ski & Summer Area and activities. 
    • Effectively and cleary communicate information when person-to-person or on the telephone.
    • When communicating over telephone, more descriptive language may be required to accurately sell products.
    • In all sales, but especially when selling over the phone, accurate, complete information must be collected.
    • Listen carefully to guest concerns, collect pertinent information, and find a solution for the problems. 
    • Make changes to guests purchases or reservations.
    • Keep communication lines open with supervisors in Guest Services. 
    • Help coordinate lunch breaks. 
    • Issue Season Passes and Employee Passes.
    • Load employee debit card and collect appropriate form for payroll deduction. 
    • Keep kiosks stocked and resolve user issues 
    • Collects and distributes mail and messages. 
    • Performs variety of clerical duties. 
    • Operates Lost and Found service. 
    • Be willing to work weekends, holidays and overtime may be required.

    Other Duties and Responsibilities 

    • Opening procedure including:  Stocking and cleaning area before opening. 
    • Closing procedure including:  Close out drawers, stock and clean, lock doors. 
    • Assist reservations department processing phone or online reservations. 
    • Assist marketing team during special events, including selling registration or tickets.
    • Willingly perform any task outside the normal job parameters that enable Red River Ski & Summer Area to present itself well.  

    Qualifications 

    • Willingness to learn new software. Training provided.
    • Must be dependable and punctual with daily scheduling.
    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relation skills: Be pleasant and patient with everyone. 
    • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
    • Ability to understand and respond quickly to instructions.

    Work Environment 

    • May be required to stand long periods of time.
    • May be required to work holidays and weekends.

    Education and/or Experience 

    • High School Graduate or GED.
    • Prior Guest Services and Cashiering experience preferred but not required.
    Mountain Operations

    Shop Mechanic

    Red River

    Year Round Opportunity

    Maintains and overhauls diesel and gasoline automobiles, trucks, tractors, snowmobiles, snow grooming machines, and other vehicles by performing the following duties. 

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Examines vehicle and discusses with the supervisor the nature and extent of damage or malfunction. Plans work procedure.
    • Raises the vehicle with a hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to its underside.
    • Repairs or replaces pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
    • Overhauls or replaces carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
    • Rebuilds parts such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks. Rewires ignition system, lights, and instrument panel.
    • Relines and adjusts brakes, aligns front end, repairs or replaces shock absorbers, and solders leaks in radiator.
    • Mends damaged body and fenders by hammering out or filling in dents and welding broken parts.
    • Install new ignition systems, align front wheels, change or recharge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts.
    • Overhauls electric, gas, or diesel engines.
    • Lubricates moving parts and drives repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
    • Fabricates particular lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings.
    • Visually inspects hydraulic lines and components to detect leaks, damage, and wear.
    • Replaces worn or damaged hydraulic components such as oil lines, fittings, cylinders, servo valves, pressure release valves, gaskets, and seals.
    • Performs routine maintenance, such as changing filters. 

    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    • Parts washing.
    • Components lubrication.
    • Use of welders and cutting torch.
    • Keep parts, materials, and tools organized.
    • May be requested to work extra hours with little or no notice.
    • Keep a nice and neat appearance, keep your uniform clean, and have good personal hygiene.
    • Must be dependable and punctual with daily scheduling.
    • Willingly perform any task outside the assigned job parameters that may be required to help the Red River Ski Area meet required goals or standards. 

    Qualifications

    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relations, including being pleasant, courteous, and actively friendly with everyone. 
    • Self-directed.
    • Works well as a team to get the job done.
    • Ability to identify and accommodate shifting priorities with little or no notice.
    • Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
    • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

    Work Environment

    • Work in extreme weather conditions, standing for long periods.
    • Must safely operate heavy equipment, snowmobiles, and 4-wheel ATVs.
    • May be required to work holidays and weekends.
    • Lift and/or move heavy weight.

    Education and/or Experience

    • High School Degree or equivalent.
    • Mechanical aptitude.
    Rentals

    Ski & Snowboard Rental Tech

    Red River

    Working as a Ski & Snowboard Rental Tech is a fun and unique opportunity to share your love for snowsports with guests and Red River Ski & Summer Area employees. You will have the chance to take the initiative every day to positively and meaningfully impact our guests' experience. Ensure each guest is comfortable and safe to enjoy their day on the mountain. Offer excellent customer service while assisting guests with fitting their boots and setting their skis or snowboards based on each guest’s profile, experience, and need. Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Previous experience and knowledge of skis and snowboards is helpful.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Use software to assign boots to customers.
    • Ask for a customer's shoe size or measure the customer's foot.
    • Help customers try on footwear, observe and question customers about fit.
    • Organize boots, keeping them clean and dry.
    • Use the tech station software to check equipment out.
    • Set bindings to accept skier’s boots using manufacturer-recommended settings.
    • Inspect rental equipment in stock to detect those requiring repair or cleaning.
    • Repair worn or damaged rental equipment.
    • Inspect returned equipment for damage.
    • Check equipment using the tech station software and charge customers with overdue equipment.
    • Run the storage sales point to upgrade ski equipment and rent helmets and storage bins.
    • Verifies amount in cash drawer at start and end of shift.
    • Records sales on sales software, charging customers correctly for purchased items.

    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    • Arrange boxes, materials, and equipment neat and orderly.
    • Maintain the rental shop, which is organized and clean, including guest circulation areas and work areas.
    • Assists customers in the operation of lockers.
    • Willingly perform any task outside the assigned job parameters that may be required to help the Rental Department or Red River Ski & Summer Area as a whole meet required goals or standards.

    Qualifications

    • Must be dependable and punctual with daily scheduling.
    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relations, including the ability to be pleasant, courteous, and actively friendly with everyone. 
    • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
    • Ability to understand and respond quickly to instructions.
    • Understand the importance of personal hygiene and proper sanitation.
    • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

    Work Environment

    • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
    • Employees are often exposed to chemicals and other cleaning products.
    • May be required to stand for long periods.
    • Must be able to work holidays and weekends.

    Education and/or Experience

    • High School Graduate or GED.
    • No prior experience or training.
    • Must pass binding manufacturer's certification course.
    Ski School

    Ski Coach

    Red River

    If you enjoy creating a memorable experience for people in the outdoors, then you are our person. We are hiring all levels of certified, uncertified, and first-year instructors. Don’t know how to ski? No problem! Want to pursue an exciting first step into the snow sports industry? If so, we are your place! Come ready to learn; we will teach you everything you need to know! Once you join our team, your days will be filled with creating exceptional guest experiences, skiing with your friends, learning new skills, and living the mountain dream! As a ski coach, you will join an enthusiastic community of professionals dedicated to inspiring the next generation of skiers.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Instructs group and private lessons, both adult and youth, as assigned.
    • Serves as a public relations representative for the Red River Ski & Summer Area, both on and off the job.
    • Using our teaching handbook as a guide, provide a safe and fun learning environment through exceptional class handling and creativity.
    • Upholding the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain in high altitudes, with varying winter weather conditions.
    • Clearly and accurately instruct students on assigned levels of skiing, both physically and verbally.
    • Willingly perform any task outside the assigned job parameters, which may be required to help the Ski School Departments or Red River Ski & Summer Area meet required goals or standards.

    Work Environment

    • The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.
    • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
    • Employees should expect to work holidays and weekends.

    Education and/or Experience

    • No prior experience is necessary. Training is provided.
    • Certification reimbursement is available for motivated individuals. 
    Ski Patrol

    Ski Patrol Director

    Red River

    The Ski Patrol Director oversees risk management and daily mountain safety while developing and supporting a high-performing patrol team. This individual leads emergency response operations, drives safety standards, and represents patrol at the resort leadership level. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, deep knowledge of snow safety, and a commitment to operational excellence.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Perform all duties of a regular Ski Patroller.

    • Hire, train, supervise, and develop Ski Patrollers. 

    • Development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and training programs.

    • Schedule and execute training, ensuring patrollers are well-equipped to perform their duties efficiently and safely.

    • Perform all departmental personnel functions, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions, in conjunction with the Director.

    • Perform safety training for other departments, such as lift evacuation.

    • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-leading techniques and standards.

    • Demonstrate excellent guest and employee relation skills: ability to be pleasant, courteous, and actively friendly with everyone. 

    • Emphasize the importance of guest relations to the team, mediate guest disputes, and foster positive relationships with other departments.

    • Promote and enforce Your Responsibility Code and all provisions of the New Mexico Ski Safety Act.

    • Ordering and maintaining all ski patrol equipment and materials.

    • Coordinate end-of-season removal, storage, and inventory of materials.

    • Maintain accurate records of all incident reports.

    • Collaborate with other mountain departments to address safety concerns.

    • Represent Red River Ski Area in industry associations.

    • Perform any other duties as asked for or required.

    Qualifications

    • Ski patrol experience. Prior supervisory or leadership experience is preferred.

    • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relations, including being pleasant, courteous, and actively friendly with everyone. 

    • High level of physical conditioning, endurance, and strength. 

    • Ability to perform strenuous physical activities for extended periods of time. 

    • Ability to read and interpret documents used by the Red River Ski Patrol and Red River Ski Area. 

    • Strong first aid skills.

    • Must be able to remain calm and effective in high-stress emergency situations.

    • Must be able to ski while carrying cumbersome gear, lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.

    • Works well as a team to get the job done.

    • Ability to identify and accommodate shifting priorities with little or no notice.

    • Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 

    Work Environment

    • Ability to work extended periods indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions, including cold, wind, snow, and sun exposure.

    • Lifting heavy weights, standing, climbing, and skiing will be required daily under any and all weather conditions.

    • Must be able to work holidays and weekends.

    • May be requested to work extra hours with little or no notice.

    Education and/or Experience

    • High School Degree or equivalent.

    • Valid NSP Outdoor Emergency Care card or its equivalent. 

    • Current CPR certification.

    • NSP/APP involvement in both organizations to further educate in all aspects of mountain operations and industry standards.

    Ski Patrol

    Ski Patroller

    Red River

    Promote the safety of our guests and employees through quality emergency care. 

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Mountain Safety

    • Educate guests on safety while promoting the New Mexico Ski Safety Act.
    • Erect and maintain mountain signage, closed areas, ropes, and markings.  
    • Correct any obstacles or safety issues that are ongoing throughout the day. 
    • Monitor trails for fast or reckless skiers and, if necessary, warn them of the risks of injury to themselves and others.
    • Close or maintain mountain sections due to weather, slope conditions, or special events. 
    • Stop violators from skiing closed areas.  
    • Assist or guide anyone who is having trouble.
    • Perform sweeps of all main trails throughout the day and closing.
    • Attend classroom sessions and field exercises in avalanche training and rescue procedures.
    • Perform any avalanche rescue or avalanche reduction.  
    • Administer care and transport injured parties to the Ultimed Clinic.
    • Participate in any rescues or searches within our ski area boundary and help locate or repair lost or stolen equipment.
    • Attend classroom sessions and field exercises on the evacuation procedures for all lifts.
    • Evacuate any lift if necessary. 

    Incident Reporting 

    • All incidents will be reported on the appropriate forms.  They must be legible and completed promptly. 
    • Any incident involving an employee at work must be reported immediately to the department supervisor, and forms must be submitted to Lisa Smith for Worker’s Compensation.
    • All red-flag incidents must be reported to the Ski Patrol Director immediately.

    Mountain Maintenance

    • It is the responsibility of the ski patrol to assist in all areas of mountain maintenance.  Ski packing, side slipping, grooming scars, snowmaking issues, and any clean-up.  Also, any issues deemed necessary by ski area management.

    Equipment Maintenance

    • Ski patrol is responsible for maintaining all equipment in good condition. All patrol equipment will be checked and maintained daily.

    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    • All ski patrolers will adhere to and obey any direct orders or requests from the ski area management team.  
    • All ski patrolers must comply with all articles about Section 9C of Guest Interactions. 

    Qualification

    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relations, including the ability to be pleasant, courteous, and actively friendly with everyone. 
    • The job requires high physical conditioning, endurance, and strength. 
    • Ability to perform strenuous physical activities for extended periods. 
    • Ability to read and interpret documents used by ski patrol and Red River Ski Area. 
    • Ability to reason and deal with emergencies performing under high stress. 
    • Must be able to ski at an intermediate level.
    • Must ski well enough and have the judgment to handle themselves and a sled under all mountain conditions.
    • Valid NSP Outdoor Emergency Care card or its equivalent.  
    • CPR training.
    • APP/NSP—The Red River Ski Patrol members will join both professional organizations to further their education in mountain operations and industry standards.

    Work Environment

    • Regularly work with machinery and moving mechanical parts and tools.
    • Work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather and environmental conditions.  
    • Lifting heavy weights, standing, climbing, and skiing will be required daily under any weather conditions.
    • Employees may be required to work holidays and weekends. 
    Ski School

    Snowboard Coach

    Red River

    If you enjoy creating a memorable experience for people in the outdoors, then you are our person. We are hiring all levels of certified, uncertified, and first-year instructors. Don’t know how to snowboard? No problem! Want to pursue an exciting first step into the snow sports industry? If so, we are your place! Come ready to learn; we will teach you everything you need! Once you join our team, your days will be filled by creating exceptional guest experiences, snowboarding with your friends, learning new skills, and living the mountain dream! As a Snowboard Coach, you will join an enthusiastic community of professionals dedicated to inspiring the next generation of snowboarders.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Instructs group and private lessons, both adult and youth, as assigned.
    • Serves as a public relations representative for the Red River Ski & Summer Area, both on and off the job.
    • Using our teaching handbook as a guide, provide a safe and fun learning environment through exceptional class handling and creativity.
    • Upholding the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain in high altitudes, with varying winter weather conditions.
    • Clearly and accurately instruct students on assigned snowboarding levels, both physically and verbally.
    • Willingly perform any task outside the assigned job parameters, which may be required to help the Ski School Departments or Red River Ski & Summer Area meet required goals or standards.

    Work Environment

    • The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.
    • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
    • Employees should expect to work holidays and weekends.

    Education and/or Experience

    • No prior experience is necessary. Training is provided.
    • Certification reimbursement is available for motivated individuals. 
    Mountain Operations

    Terrain Park Staff

    Red River

    Terrain Park Staff is responsible for building and maintaining our two terrain parks. Represent Red River Ski & Summer Area with exceptional customer service by advocating for the responsible and safe use of freestyle features by our guests.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Open and close terrain parks daily, including setting fences and visible signage.
    • Advocate for our guests' responsible and safe use of freestyle features through the Smart Style and Park Smart programs.
    • Maintain freestyle features in all conditions throughout the day.
    • Monitor the park for safety hazards and close freestyle features when necessary.
    • Ability to negotiate features to ensure proper trajectory and safety of freestyle features.
    • Help setting up and running events. Maintain features during competitions.
    • Keep detailed logs of all maintenance done to freestyle features every day.
    • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management to help other departments within Red River Ski Area. 

    Qualifications

    • Proficient skiing or snowboarding skills on freestyle features.
    • Ability to ski or snowboard with rake, shovels, or pales.
    • Must be dependable and punctual with daily scheduling. 
    • Demonstrate good guest and employee relations. 
    • Ability to apply common sense and critical thinking to any situation and to carry out instructions put forth by management. 

    Work Environment

    • Working outdoors in varied weather conditions (rain, snow, sleet, heavy winds, sunshine, etc.).
    • Heavy lifting required. 
    • Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

    Education and/or Experience

    • Must be at least 18 years of age.
    • Experience building and maintaining freestyle features is a plus.

How to Apply

Please click Apply Here to learn more and submit an application online. Alternatively, you may email your resume to humanresources@redriverskiarea.com.

International Applicants, we do not offer H-2B Visa positions. J-1 Student Visa positions are filled through collaboration with a specific agency. We do not hire individual J-1 Visa applicants.  

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