Schweitzer employee helping a young guest on the climbing wall
Two Schweitzer employees smiling at Fall Fest
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two female ski patrollers smiling embracing
rental tech adjusting skis and bindings
terrain parks crew sliding on rail feature
Schweitzer employee helping a young guest on the climbing wall
Two Schweitzer employees smiling at Fall Fest
woman snowboarding with golden shovel
two female ski patrollers smiling embracing
rental tech adjusting skis and bindings
terrain parks crew sliding on rail feature

Join the team, make the schweitzer difference.

Join a community of passionate ski industry pros who work hard and play even harder.

Our team is consistently recognized as some of the friendliest in the biz and we've worked diligently to craft a culture of inclusivity, respect, and fun! With our master plan as our guide to the future, we're collectively channeling to grow, charting a course of enhanced mountain accessibility and village vibrancy.

It's an exciting time to be a part of the Schweitzer team as we recently joined Alterra Mountain Company, a family of 18 world-class mountain destinations. We are looking for passionate individuals to join us in delivering a unique ski experience for our guests. We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about how you can be a part of the Schweitzer difference.

Not only do we have a diverse selection of employment opportunities, we also have a diverse selection of employee perks:

- All positions, excluding tipped positions, start at $14/hour or more.
- Free or discounted Ikon Pass for eligible employees.
- Riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents.
- Employee housing available in Sandpoint area.
- Onsite employee childcare available. (limited space)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to rest, relax, and recharge.
- All employees are eligible for Paid Sick Time.
- Employees 18 and over qualify for an employer-matched 401k plan.
- Employees 18 and over are eligible to sign up for Heath Benefits.
- Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, food, lodging, spa services etc. Including pro-deal pricing on equipment from top outdoor brands.

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Current Job Openings

Click here for a current list of job opportunities.
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Housing Information

Learn about our employee housing options both on-mountain and in town.
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Schweitzer Values

Collaboration, Authenticity, Purpose, and Empowerment

Frequently Asked Questions

We do hire J1 applicants and are currently working with CCUSA as our visa sponsor. At this time, we do not recruit H2B applicants.
- Apply online at schweitzer.com/jobs. This is an electronic process, so please use an email address you have access to. If you've applied with us before, your username is usually your email address.
- After you apply you should receive a confirmation from Workday. Hiring managers will review the applicant pool and may reach out via phone or email.
If you've worked for Schweitzer within the last couple of years and you are not currently an active employee, please apply to a job online at www.schweitzer.com/jobs.
Sorry, we don't have the option for a General Application. However, you can register for the Career site and create a Job Alert. Once jobs you are interested in get posted, you'll receive an email.
o Summer jobs are typically posted in Spring
o Winter jobs are posted starting late Summer to early Fall
Be patient. We receive a lot of applications, and it can be difficult to respond to candidates right away. If you don’t hear back immediately, don’t assume that you didn’t get the job, most likely your application just hasn’t been reviewed yet. You can check the status of your application at any time by logging into your profile.
Work schedules vary by department, but almost every position will require you to work weekends and Holidays. Please communicate any schedule requirements or requests for time off as early as possible or at your time of hire.
Yes. Employees are welcome to seek additional employment. We ask that employees work with their managers to make sure a second job does not interfere with their current work schedule.
- Interviews and hiring for all departments will be conducted over the phone or in-person.
- To do for the interview:
  1. Make a good impression: we are a ski resort... we aren't expecting a suit and tie. In the current climate, our teams will typically conduct interviews over the phone or via video chat. For the interview, we recommend being on time and dress/groom appropriately.
  2. Think about your responses: research common interview questions and think about how you will answer. When you have prepared, it definitely shows!
  3. Promote yourself: many of our positions are entry-level. Even if you don't have a lot of experience, show your potential. We are looking for candidates who are hard-working, willing to learn, can arrive at work on time, fulfill the job requirements, and comply with grooming standards.

Open a service ticket to our team by emailing jobs@schweitzer.com.