Ski Patrol

Woodstock Inn & Resort • Woodstock, VT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Woodstock Inn & Resort, in conjunction with Saskadena Six Ski Area, is seeking Ski Patrollers to join their team. The Saskadena Six Ski Area offers family-friendly terrain suitable for beginners, welcoming both skiers and snowboarders. The ski area features 2 lifts, 28 trails (30% beginner, 40% intermediate, 30% advanced), and a longest run of 5,280 feet. On-site amenities include rentals, repairs, lessons, and a base lodge. Ski Patrollers are responsible for promoting the safety of guests and staff on the mountain, acting as alert and dependable professionals who can remain calm under any situation.

Requirements

• Proficiency in skiing and riding across all trails.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills, especially in potentially stressful situations.
• Capacity to stay calm and focused under pressure, ensuring efficient response to emergencies.
• Ability to educate and inform guests about safety procedures and risk management.
• Current certifications in CPR, AED, or First Aid.
• Must be able to lift and ski with 50+ pounds.
• Must be able to work in all winter weather conditions.
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license & clean driving record.
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Follow and ensure others follow resort safety rules.
• Administer first aid and transportation appropriately and when necessary.
• Smooth handling of toboggans and proper execution of lift evacuation.
• Check and report on trial conditions. Perform trail checks, trail openings and closings in an efficient and safe manner.
• Perform trail maintenance tasks.
• Complete Incident Reports in a timely manner and review for completeness and thoroughness.
• Coordinate first aid responses. Monitor rescue calls and responses.
• Review daily logs for completeness.
• Identify injured, out-of-control, or reckless skiers and snowboarders and respond appropriately. Perform skier education and assist guests with resort information.
• Identify and mitigate hazards in a timely manner.
• Patrol within assigned areas.
• Transportation of toboggans and equipment up chairlifts to assigned stations.
• Adapt to variable weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors, ensuring safety under all circumstances.

Benefits

• Resort privileges
• Discounts
• Free employee meal
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Employer Paid: Life Insurance
• Employer Paid: Short-Term Disability
• Employer Paid: Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed