Aspen Ski Patrol Union Signs 3-Year Agreement with SkiCo., Aspen, CO - SnowBrains

"The standard-setting agreement introduces a skills-based compensation framework that recognizes the need for advanced training, specialized certifications, and leadership responsibilities, while maintaining rigorous standards for safety and performance. The new structure reinforces the role Aspen Snowmass Ski Patrol plays in delivering the highest standards of mountain safety on a year-round basis. This agreement is reflective of the commitment ASC has always made to all of its employees, including its ski patrol, to be industry-leading with its wages, benefits, and opportunities."

"The new agreement between ASC and APSPA reflects the need to recognize the inherent risk in ski patrolling, while also ensuring patrollers have the resources they need to expand their skills and leadership abilities. This new skills-based compensation model includes wage increases, along with additional incentives for patrol employees with highly-specialized skills. It also incentivizes patrol team members to continue their training and professional development over time."

A new three-year collective bargaining agreement between Aspen Skiing Company and the Aspen Professional Ski Patrol Association establishes a skills-based compensation framework recognizing advanced training, specialized certifications, and leadership responsibilities. The agreement maintains rigorous safety and performance standards and reinforces year-round mountain safety delivered by Aspen Snowmass Ski Patrol. The contract includes wage increases and additional incentives for patrol employees with highly-specialized skills and encourages continuous professional development. Negotiations reflected a shared desire to progress agreements benefiting patrol employees and the business while acknowledging inherent risks of ski patrolling and providing resources to expand skills and leadership abilities. APSPA, founded in 1986, represents ski patrollers, bike patrollers, and rangers across Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass.

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