Nordic Ski Patroller - Winter 2026/27

POWDR • Bend, OR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives, and having fun. The shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers, and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences, and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor. This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!

Requirements

• Current medical certificate (EMT, OEC, or WFR).
• Computer skills, Emergency medical equipment, toboggans, ski equipment, shovels and various hand tools. Ropes, survival gear, explosives, radios and transceivers.
• Advanced skiing ability (Alpine and Nordic) and good physical condition.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extended periods in cold winter weather.
• Frequent shoveling, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and climbing.
• Every position at Mt. Bachelor requires the ability to shovel snow and walk on steep and uneven surfaces.
• Able to pass a background check.
• High School or equivalent
• One year minimum in related position
• Minimum Age Requirement: 21+

Nice To Haves

• Oversight of up to 12 National Ski Patrollers (weekends and holidays only), which requires task assignment and training.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for emergency medical care and transportation of injured skiers and trail maintenance that promotes increased skier safety and hazard identification.
• Patrolling trails, being visible and available for guests, and documentation of incidents that occur on the trails as required.
• Provides direction and training to a volunteer staff of 12 National Ski Patrollers with daily task assignments and event coverage.
• Know the location of first aid equipment and all essential daily operations gear and replace as necessary.
• Skiing/sled/snowmobile handling in all snow conditions/terrain.
• Familiar with all areas on the Nordic trails, snowshoe trails, and routes of backcountry access, including those off the labeled trails.
• Know all dispatch protocol. Train Nordic Staff in dispatch communication.
• Ski all trails throughout the day, maintaining signage, dealing with potential hazards, and inspecting the trails for safety.
• Respond to and evaluate incidents. Administer first aid as necessary.
• Operate within the guidelines of your current level.
• Understand the Avalanche reduction plan, assist in reduction duties, and document snow observations.
• Complete lists, forms, and reports for incidents and activities that may require an accident investigation.
• Attend all required trainings and meetings.
• Assist with incident prevention and response during Nordic Center events and races.
• Capable of setting up a sled belay system and running it.
• Familiar with the safe operation of snowmobiles or any other required machinery.
• Familiar with and prepared to conduct basic to advanced Search and Rescue operations.
• Assist mountain patrol with a chair lift evacuation by aiding in removing guests and recording their names, addresses, equipment, and location.
• Assist mountain patrol as needed.
• Maintenance of the snowshoe trails by foot and maintenance of the ski trails via snowmobile grooming when needed.

Benefits

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Winter season employee housing program & Summer season camping program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Discounted daycare onsite at Mt. Bachelor
• Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED