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Working at Mt. Baker Ski Area allows you to be a part of the Baker mountain community in a unique way. Our goal is to allow all employees to find new and ongoing ways of connecting to the mountain environment, each other, the community, and themselves through benefits designed with you in mind.
MT. BAKER ACCESS
Mt. Baker Employee ID allows you lift access and employee discounts on food, retail and rental items (see below)subject to acceptance of terms and conditions, and maintaining good standing with company
LIFT TICKET DISCOUNT FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY
Approved employees receive a select amount of discounted lift tickets to share with friends and family ... bring them up to shred with you!LIFT TICKET EXCHANGE WITH OTHER AREAS
The mountain community extends beyond Mt. Baker! As an employee, you have the opportunity to connect and shred other PNSAA Ski Areas around the Pacific Northwest for free and/or discounted prices!
GEAR & SWAG DISCOUNTS
Do you need to:• Get equipped with head-to-toe gear?
• Replace a well worn helmet?
• Start a swag collection to rep your home mountain with custom Baker merch?
• Build your Baker swag wardrobe with this season's custom designs?
Working at Baker comes with access to retail discounts just for you!
Pro Forms: These are discounts available to buy items directly from the manufacturers. Approved Mt. Baker employees have access to a variety of brands that sell hard goods (skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, etc.) and soft goods (goggles, outerwear, hats, etc.). The availability and amount of discount varies by brand and employee position.
Mountain Shop discounts: Approved employees can receive discounted pricing in our Mountain Shops where we sell outerwear, helmets, goggles, gloves, base layers, backpacks, socks and more.
EMPLOYEE SHUTTLE
Mt. Baker provides free daily shuttle service to and from work for people who are scheduled to work that day. These shuttles start in Bellingham at designated locations, and have stops in Deming, Kendall, Maple Falls, and Glacier. This is a great way to save on transportation costs and relax (or sleep!) on the way to work, and meet your co-workers and employees in other departments!Check our Housing & Transportation page for more details.
FOOD & BEVERAGE FOR YOU
It's important to fuel up well when you're working in the mountains; we've got you covered with free breakfast & sack lunch on the days you work!
Approved employees also can receive a discount on select food and beverages in the day lodges.
LESSONS & RENTALS DISCOUNTS
Try out some new gear, a new sport or take your skills to the next level with employee discounts on lessons & rentals.
Check out our Beginners Welcome page for specific Lesson & Rental programs tailored for our employees who are just starting to ski or snowboard!
EMPLOYEE EVENTS
Getting the opportunity to connect outside of work is one of many ways we continue to create human connections centered around the mountain community.
This year’s events include:
• Pre-Season meet and greet
• Winter Holiday event
• Bowling night
• Employee Appreciation Day (end of season employee-only lift access day)
Seasonal Employee Events are exclusively accessible to current employees in good standing at the time of event.
MOUNTAIN EDUCATION CENTER CLASSES
There are many ways to learn about and engage with the mountain environment, and mountain education center (MEC) classes are a great place to start. The MEC offers a variety of classes, including discounted employee-only options coordinated around work schedules.
Featured Class: Intro to Avalanche Awareness
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free employee resource designed to support your well-being and personal growth.
• The EAP offers a range of confidential (even from Mt. Baker Ski Area) services and resources to assist you in dealing with issues and challenges both inside and outside of work.
• The EAP is a compassionate and non-judgmental support system that promotes mental health, emotional well-being, and work-life balance.
• The EAP services include personal, legal, financial and stress management counseling.
OTHER BENEFITS
Mt. Baker employees receive Washington State Sick Pay.
Full Time Positions may be available as a transition from seasonal work. When available, these positions are eligible for:
• Generous 401k matching program
• PTO Accrual
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Seasonal job benefits and info are subject to change and subject to terms & conditions. Details, requirements, and registration info for utilizing the benefits will be distributed to employees after hiring.