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Sundance Mountain Resort

Ski Patrol Level 1

UT · On-site

$22/hr

Carry out search and rescue for persons within and out of bounds of the ski area boundaries. * Sweep : Learn and carry out end of day and morning sweep operations. * Lift evacuation : Follows lift ...

Sundance Resort

Ski Patrol Level 1

Sundance, UT · On-site

$22/hr

Carry out search and rescue for persons within and out of bounds of the ski area boundaries. * Sweep : Learn and carry out end of day and morning sweep operations. * Lift evacuation : Follows lift ...

Sundance Mountain Resort

Ski Patrol Level 1

Sundance, UT · On-site

$22/hr

Carry out search and rescue for persons within and out of bounds of the ski area boundaries.Sweep: Learn and carry out end of day and morning sweep operations.Lift evacuation: Follows lift evacuation ...

Sundance Resort

Ski Patrol Candidate - EMT

Sundance, UT · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

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 ...

Sundance Mountain Resort

Ski Patrol Candidate - EMT

UT · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

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 ...

Silver Mountain Resort

Paid Ski Patroller

Kellogg, ID · On-site

$17/hr

Respond to emergency situations that may arise during operation of the ski resort such as search and rescue, chairlift evacuation, and gondola evacuation * Assess and mitigate avalanche hazard

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe

Ski Patrol II

Reno, NV · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

Rose as it applies to guests visiting the ski area and the employees of Mt. Rose. EDUCATION ... Provide search and rescue, avalanche rescue and lift evacuation services as needed. * Provide ...

Massanutten

Ski/Bike Patroller (Seasonal)

VA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

They also perform essential tasks such as chairlift evacuation, search-and-rescue, and opening/closing the ski area or bike trails. Required Outdoor Emergency Care certification CPR/AED for the ...

Granby Ranch

Ski Patroller

Granby, CO

$19.50 - $25.50/hr

Ski Patrol Director Job Status: Seasonal Full-Time or Part-Time (Winter 26/27) Pay Rate : Hiring ... The patroller is also responsible for guest safety, search and rescue support, trail maintenance ...

Granby Ranch

Ski Patroller

Granby, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $25.50/hr

Ski Patroller Job Title: Ski Patroller Reports To: Ski Patrol Director Job Status: Seasonal ... The patroller is also responsible for guest safety, search and rescue support, trail maintenance ...

Granby Ranch

Ski Patroller

Granby, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $25.50/hr

Ski Patroller Job Title: Ski Patroller Reports To: Ski Patrol Director Job Status: Seasonal ... The patroller is also responsible for guest safety, search and rescue support, trail maintenance ...

Sugar Bowl Resort

$21 - $24/hr

... search and rescue operations at the ski area • Help with parking on weekends Physical Requirements: • Capable of skiing all Royal Gorge terrain • Capable of working outdoors in extreme High ...

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Ski Patrol Level 1

UT • On-site

Sundance Mountain Resort
Traveler Accommodation • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Sundance Mountain Resortexternal

$22/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 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: Level I Patroller
Rate of Pay: $22.00/hour
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
  • First Aid: Administer first aid and transport injured skiers or persons visiting or working at Sundance Ski area. Communicate via 2-way radio regarding accidents and status of first aid.
  • Transport/Evacuation: Properly package patients and transport with the toboggan.
  • Knowledge of helicopter protocols and location of landing zones.
  • Participates with supervised Avalanche reduction work: Mitigates avalanche-prone areas throughout the day during hazardous periods.
  • Proficient at being a 2nd or 3rd on 1 or more control routes.
  • Participates with supervised Explosives work: Exhibits a working knowledge and training of application of explosives in avalanche reduction program.
  • Participates with supervised Avalanche rescue work: Familiar with avalanche rescue procedures as well as the location and inventories of available rescue equipment.
  • Participates in supervised Search and Rescue missions: Carry out search and rescue for persons within and out of bounds of the ski area boundaries.
  • Sweep: Learn and carry out end of day and morning sweep operations.
  • Lift evacuation: Follows lift evacuation procedures and knows location of and use of lift evacuation equipment.
  • Hill safety: Conducts placement and daily maintenance of signs, bamboo, ropes, fences, etc, according to area plan.
  • Also participate in regular sweeps of runs in your assigned complex to identify and remove any problem areas.
  • Accident reporting and investigation: Fill out accident reports completely, correctly, and legibly.
  • Gather supplemental information for accident investigations.
  • Public Relations: 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.
  • Training: Upgrade and refresh skills yearly.
  • Actively pursue additional personal training (avalanche, medical, SAR, AI, NSP Instructor, etc....).
  • Assists with the training of Ski Patrol.
  • Enforce ski area policies and procedures and update knowledge each year as necessary.
  • Skier safety: Know the skier responsibility code and use it to advise skiers of the established rules of the road.
  • Emphasize that skier 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.
  • Equipment and building maintenance: Inspect condition of all patrol equipment and keep all patrol facilities clean and in good repair.
  • Ensure aesthetic appeal and cleanliness of the terrain park.
  • Be an Example of safe recreation and skiing practices at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • 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.
  • Must be a Candidate for no less than 1 full season.
  • Working knowledge or background with rope systems, anchoring/belaying etc is helpful.
  • Avalanche awareness classes or backcountry experience with avalanches preferred.
  • Advanced to Expert skier capable of performing essential duties and responsibilities on all levels of terrain.
  • Proficient with the day to day operations of ski patrol.
  • Proficient w/ emergency procedures and plans: Avalanche Rescue Plan, Missing Persons, Lift Evacuations, Sundance Emergency Response Plan.
  • Familiar with avalanche control procedures.
  • Proficient at being a 2nd or 3rd on 1 or more control routes.
  • Use of a 2-way radio.
  • Utah State EMTB or higher medical certification, current CPR card.
  • 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to ski, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Must be 18 years old per OSHA for explosives work.
  • Must be an advanced to expert alpine skier with a flexible schedule.

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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