LUDLOW, Vt. (MyKeeneNow) With 667 acres of skiable terrain, 123 trails and mountain views across southern Vermont, Okemo Mountain Resort is preparing for another winter season — and looking for team members to help make it happen.

The resort is recruiting for a wide range of seasonal and year-round positions for 2026-27, from restaurant staff and ski instructors to snowmakers, equipment operators and skilled maintenance technicians.

For prospective employees, the opportunities come with a starting wage of $20 an hour, free ski passes, complimentary ski and snowboard lessons, a 40% retail discount and mental and physical health and wellness benefits.

Located in the Green Mountains in Ludlow, Okemo is a destination for skiers and snowboarders of varying experience levels. The mountain has 20 lifts, five terrain parks and snowmaking coverage across 98% of its skiable terrain, helping support winter operations across a range of conditions.

The resort also offers ski and snowboard lessons, rentals, dining and other activities, with a focus on creating memorable experiences for visitors and families. Behind those guest experiences is a workforce spanning hospitality, recreation, transportation and mountain operations.

Okemo’s employment message centers on three themes: explore, grow and belong. The resort encourages people to discover or rediscover a passion for the outdoors, develop professional skills and build connections with colleagues and guests from around the world.

Jobs for a variety of interests and skills

The current hiring list includes dozens of positions, with opportunities for people entering the workforce, experienced professionals and those interested in seasonal work or a longer-term career.

In food service and hospitality, openings include restaurant crew members, servers, bartenders, experienced cooks and lead back-of-house staff. The resort is also recruiting restaurant and assistant restaurant managers, culinary leaders and front-of-house management at Coleman Brook Tavern. Year-round opportunities include a director of food and beverage and an assistant manager for culinary operations at Coleman Brook Tavern.

Other positions support the mountain’s day-to-day operations. The hiring list includes drivers, commercial driver’s license (CDL) drivers, snowmakers, snowcat operators, equipment operators, warehouse crew members and vehicle maintenance staff.

For people with technical or skilled-trade experience, opportunities include HVAC technician, building maintenance, maintenance technician and ski lift maintenance technician positions. Leadership openings include senior manager of lift maintenance, while other roles support terrain parks, recreation, activities and competition services.

The variety of jobs means applicants do not need to be experienced skiers or snowboarders to find a role at the resort. Hospitality, mechanical, transportation, facilities and customer service skills can all play a part in keeping the mountain running and welcoming guests.

Calling aspiring ski and snowboard instructors

Okemo is also seeking ski instructors, with a particular call for skiers at the Blue-level or above.

The instructor program offers an opportunity to share a passion for the sport while helping others build confidence and develop their skills on the mountain. Advanced training is provided, and instructors can receive reimbursement for Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) certification.

Advertised instructor pay ranges from $20 to $35 an hour, with the potential for tips. Opportunities to earn more may come with certification and tenure.

Other benefits include free ski passes, a flexible schedule, a 40% retail discount and access to the mountain. For applicants who enjoy working outdoors and connecting with people, the role offers a way to combine recreation with professional development.

Benefits beyond the slopes

Across its hiring program, Okemo promotes employment as more than a seasonal paycheck.

Employees can receive free Epic Passes, free ski and snowboard lessons, retail discounts and health and wellness benefits. The advertised starting wage is $20 an hour, although applicants should check individual listings for position-specific compensation and requirements.

The resort is part of a network of more than 40 resorts, offering the potential to work for a season or pursue a longer-term career. Training through the company’s Epic Service development experience provides opportunities to build customer service and professional skills.

For some, a winter position could be a first job or a chance to try something new. For others, it could be a way to apply existing skills in a mountain setting or move into management and specialized technical work.

Preparing for another winter at Okemo

Okemo’s hiring effort comes as the resort promotes its 2026-27 Epic Pass offerings and prepares for the season ahead.

The mountain’s mix of beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain helps accommodate a range of skiing and riding abilities. Its ski and ride school, terrain parks, rental services and dining operations also contribute to the experience visitors find throughout the resort.

That experience relies on a team whose work extends well beyond the trails. Restaurant employees serve guests, snowmakers help prepare terrain, lift technicians maintain critical equipment, drivers support transportation needs and maintenance crews keep facilities operating.

For people interested in joining that effort, the resort’s current openings offer a range of ways to become part of the team, whether for the winter or throughout the year.

Applicants can review available positions, job descriptions and application details through Okemo Mountain Resort’s official website and its careers page. Seasonal hiring takes place on a rolling basis, and applicants should check individual listings for deadlines, schedules and qualifications.