Ski Patrol Trail Crew 2026.27

DODGE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RESORT•Pinecrest, CA

4d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Ski Patrol is a team-oriented department focused on providing guests with excellent customer service on or off the mountain. In addition to mountain safety, trail crew members are hosts, guides, and information centers. When called upon, trail crew will respond to whatever the task may be. The Ski Patrol Trail Crew team member is expected to be a safe skiing/boarding example to the public, with no use of jumps, boxes, rails, or other features in terrain parks allowed. An enthusiastic and cooperative response is required when assistance is requested.

Requirements

Ability to read and to write legibly and to use good composition skills to complete records and report forms.
EMR (Advanced CPR/First Aid/AED)
Must be aware of the ski areas terrain and facilities.
Advanced skiing or boarding ability. The ability to safely and skillfully ski/board and transport a guest in a toboggan down expert terrain in an expeditious manner, (within the ski area boundaries).
Ability to learn and be knowledgeable of the needs of the equipment and standard procedures for its care and safe operation.
Must qualify through the Dodge Ridge Fleet Safety Program by possessing a valid driver’s license and passing a satisfactory DMV record check to operate a snowmobile.
Satisfactory completion of the Snowmobile Safety Program to operate a snowmobile.
Safe operation of a snowmobile in a variety of terrain and snow conditions.
Must be well groomed and present a good public image.
Good physical condition as this position requires skiing/boarding, hiking, shoveling, lifting and carrying.
Willingness to work during extreme weather conditions.
Safety and risk oriented.
Requires the skills of a host. This involves approaching guests in a courteous manner, inquiring if they have any questions and being able to respond professionally.
Provide a positive and helpful attitude towards all our customers and all Dodge Ridge employees.
Support the Company’s policies and procedures.
Support the harmony and goodwill of the Company.

Responsibilities

Assist Ski Patroller with emergency Care and Rescue.
Participate in all mountain safety and maintenance; slope safety, boundary marking, flagging, mazes, signage and any situation.
Demonstrate an on-going commitment to delivering excellent customer service. This involves interacting with guests in a courteous manner and being able to answer questions professionally.
Safe snowmobile operation.
Professional, friendly, communication with other departments.
Help other departments as needed; shoveling, flagging, maze control, snow removal, Lift Operations, Operating a chair lift and rope tow, etc.
Maintain an efficient ski patrol operation.
Mountain hill safety procedures.
Maintain safe and easy access within the base patrol room and ski patrol shacks.
Rope rescue skills
Working knowledge of emergency plan.
Maintain clean, safe, and professional workstations.
Maintain any appropriate records as set forth by company policy and procedures.
Recognize and correct any safety hazards within the ski patrol department.
Shoveling snow, sometimes deep, heavy wet snow weighing more than 50 lbs. per shovel full. Heavy and awkward lifting of items up to 50 lbs. Walking and working on uneven ground, deep powder, icy and wet surfaces.
Provide timely and accurate information concerning weather conditions, grooming or slope conditions and related information intended to help the guest maximize their skiing experience.
Communicate problems to superiors, while showing initiative in handling routine and emergency matters.
Assist in Base and Dispatch as dictated by operational need.