Ski Patrol Trainee - Winter 26-27

Alterra • Mammoth Lakes, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mammoth Mountain Ski Patrollers must be able to provide first aid in both clinical settings and on-slope environments. They must understand and implement mountain safety practices and be able to perform avalanche mitigation techniques based on their experience and skill level. Patrollers must possess the ability to work as part of a team, follow directions, and demonstrate rational decision-making and conservative risk management practices. Applicants must demonstrate advanced to expert level alpine skiing ability prior to being considered for employment. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age to be eligible for employment with MMSP. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. All hired applicants must complete the Ski Patroller Training course. Continued employment with MMSP is contingent upon successful completion of the training course. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we cannot accept H2B or J1 applicants for this position. Non-US citizens interested in the position must have previous professional patrol experience and strong references to be considered for employment. Working in the iconic mountains of California is a dream we want to help you achieve and it all starts here. There is typically an array of positions available, falling into either the seasonal or full-time/year-round categories. So, whether you are looking to start a career or spend a season with us, we've got an opening that's right for you. Mammoth offers exciting, equal-opportunity employment options for job seekers looking for a rewarding work experience in the ski resort and hospitality industry. We take pride in the mountain lifestyle. Skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking and much more are at your fingertips at our destinations. The company owns and operates a variety of resort businesses including recreation, hospitality, real estate development, food and beverage and retail. Specific businesses owned and operated by Mammoth Mountain include Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, June Mountain, Tamarack Lodge and Resort, Mammoth Snowmobile Adventures, Mammoth Mountain Bike Park, and the Mammoth Mountain Inn. Mammoth Mountain also operates The Westin Monache, Juniper Springs Resort, the Village Lodge and Sierra Star Golf Course in Mammoth Lakes, California.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain or currently possess one of the following first aid certifications: Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Outdoor Emergency Care, or Wilderness First Responder (must meet minimum standards of the WMEC).
• Must have a current CPR/AED certification for the Professional Rescuer.
• Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.
• All hired applicants will go through the Ski Patroller Training course.
• Ski Patroller Employment will be contingent on passing this training.
• Non-US citizen applicants must have previous professional Patrol experience and strong references.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Cannot accept H2B or J1 applicants.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced to expert level alpine skiing ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid in both clinical settings and on-slope environments.
• Understand and implement mountain safety practices.
• Perform avalanche mitigation techniques based on experience and skill level.
• Work as part of a team.
• Follow directions.
• Demonstrate rational decision-making and conservative risk management practices.

Benefits

• Free season pass
• Free skiing for dependents (spouse/child(ren)/domestic partners) includes free skiing at other Alterra Resorts
• Free skiing at all Alterra Resorts
• Ski/snowboarding lessons discounts
• Equipment Rental discount
• Friends and Family vouchers
• Retail & Food discount
• 401k with company match

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed