Lead Ski Patrol
About The Position
The Lead Ski Patrol role promotes the safety and security of mountain staff and guests. Ski Patrol team members are alert, dependable professionals who promote safety and remain calm during incidents and emergencies. The Lead assists patrol leadership with daily operations, supports and mentors patrol members, coordinates emergency and hazard response, and manages volunteers. This is a full-time winter seasonal position for the 2026/2027 season. The expected pay range is $24.00–$30.61 per hour. Housing is not available. The position requires working in all climate conditions and at high elevations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification.
- Valid driver's license.
- Five years of previous patrol experience.
- At least 21 years old.
- Fluent English communication skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to use all senses.
- Ability to lift and transport 50 to 100 pounds, with or without assistance.
- Ability to frequently walk or stand, sit or climb, balance, stoop or kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach during work in all climate conditions and at high elevations.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Maintain current knowledge of and enforce applicable laws, policies, and procedures to ensure guest safety.
- Maintain trail safety and operation through preventative procedures, including avalanche mitigation, tree and limb removal, and end-of-day mountain sweeps.
- Establish, coordinate, and execute emergency and hazard response plans, including evacuations and search-and-rescue protocols.
- Assist and provide care to injured guests and workers, including transport by toboggan or air-lift support when necessary.
- Facilitate training, mentorship, and support for patrol members.
- Assist patrol leadership with daily operations, including organizing and assigning responsibilities, incident investigations, and hiring activities.
- Manage, oversee, and assign responsibilities to volunteers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free employee ski passes and discounted lift tickets for friends and family.
- Free ski lessons.
- Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Training and professional development.
- Referral Program.
- Eligible full-time employees may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans after working 500 hours.
- Free ski passes for dependents.
- Critical illness and accident plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
