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Ski Patrol Candidate - EMT

UT · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Non-Exempt/Hourly SUMMARY Promote general mountain safety by marking boundaries and hazards, participating in avalanche mitigation work, responding to emergencies (medical, search & rescue, weather ...

Non- Exempt/HourlySUMMARYPromote general mountain safety by marking boundaries and hazards, participating in avalanche mitigation work, responding to emergencies (medical, search & rescue, weather ...

Ski Patrol Level 1

UT · On-site

$22/hr

Non-Exempt/Hourly SUMMARY Promote general mountain safety by marking boundaries and hazards, participating in avalanche mitigation work, responding to emergencies (medical, search & rescue, weather ...

Non-Exempt/Hourly SUMMARY Promote general mountain safety by marking boundaries and hazards, participating in avalanche mitigation work, responding to emergencies (medical, search & rescue, weather ...

Non-Exempt/Hourly SUMMARY Promote general mountain safety by marking boundaries and hazards, participating in avalanche mitigation work, responding to emergencies (medical, search & rescue, weather ...

Patrol Manager

Sandy, UT

$108K - $110K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

Taylorsville, UT

$107K - $109K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

South Salt Lake, UT

$104K - $107K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

West Jordan, UT

$106K - $108K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

Provo, UT

$107K - $110K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

Murray, UT

$107K - $109K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

West Valley, UT

$109K - $111K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

Kamas, UT

$113K - $116K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Patrol Manager

Solitude, UT

$114K - $116K/yr

Strong downhill mountain biking ability and proficiency operating in lift-served bike park terrain ... Coordinates and participates in lift evacuations, avalanche response, search and rescue operations ...

Mountain Rescue & Risk Management * Participate in lift evacuations, search and rescue operations, avalanche mitigation, snow safety, and other emergency response activities as trained and assigned.

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Ski Patrol Candidate - EMT

UT • On-site

Sundance Mountain Resort
Traveler Accommodation • 501 - 1,000 employees

$20 - $21/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Sundance Mountain Resort rating

4.6

Company rating: 4.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Title: SKI PATROL: Candidate
Rate of Pay: $20-21 hr DOE
Shift: Day shifts: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Night shifts 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, varies according to weather. Must be available early mornings for control work as needed.
Seasonal, Full-Time available
MUST BE AVAILABLE HOLIDAYS & WEEKENDS
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly
SUMMARY
Promote general mountain safety by marking boundaries and hazards, participating in avalanche mitigation work, responding to emergencies (medical, search & rescue, weather, etc.), and engaging guests in an informative and pleasant manner. Perform majority of duties on skis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Administer first aid and transport injured skiers or persons visiting or working at Sundance Ski area.
  • Properly package patient and transport with toboggan.
  • Knowledge of helicopter protocols and location of landing zones.
  • Participate with supervisor in avalanche reduction mitigates avalanche-prone areas throughout the day during hazardous periods.
  • Exhibit a working knowledge and training of application of explosives, participating with supervisor in avalanche reduction program.
  • Become familiar with avalanche rescue procedures as well as the location and inventories of available rescue equipment.
  • Carry out search and rescue for persons within and out of bounds of the ski area boundaries.
  • Learn and carry out end of day and morning sweep operations.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with lift evacuation procedures and location of and use of lift evacuation equipment.
  • Exhibit knowledge of area plan for placement and daily maintenance of signs, bamboo, ropes, fences, etc.
  • Participate in regular sweeps of runs in your assigned complex to identify and remove any problem areas.
  • Fill out accident reports completely, correctly, and legibly. Gather supplemental information for accident investigations.
  • Be helpful and courteous to fellow workers and the skiing public.
  • Provide assistance and advice to skiers in a friendly manner.
  • Remain calm and use tact in dealing with emergencies, violations and unusual circumstances.
  • Upgrade and refresh skills yearly. Help familiarize new patrollers in learning job duties.
  • Enforce ski area policies and procedures and update knowledge each year as necessary.
  • Know the skier responsibility code and use it to advise skiers of the established rules of the road.
  • Emphasize that guest safety is our concern.
  • Provide a safe skiing environment by actively warning or removing skiers whose conduct is reckless and a danger to themselves or others.
  • Inspect condition of patrol equipment and keep all patrol facilities clean and in good repair.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Intermediate to advanced skier.
  • Working knowledge or background with rope systems, anchoring/belaying etc is helpful.
  • Avalanche awareness classes or backcountry experience with avalanches preferred.
  • Use of two-way radio.
  • Must possess a current Utah OEC, or EMT-B or higher certification.
  • Must possess a current CPR certification.
  • Must possess a valid U.S. Drivers' License in good standing as determined by Sundance's Insurance Company guidelines.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
  • required to ski, talk or hear; The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older per OSHA for explosives work.

BENEFITS:
  • Employee discounts on dining and resort amenities.
  • Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
  • Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and personal development.
  • Active Season Pass

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