Ski Patrol 2026-2027

Mt. Hood Meadows

6d•$18 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Find your line at Mt. Hood Meadows, where we turn passion into purpose by delivering unforgettable experiences in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning mountain settings. We believe in creating moments that matter — for our guests, for each other, and for the community. Apply today and join a team that fully embodies the mountain lifestyle. Position Overview Do you thrive in challenging environments, perform your best under pressure, and have a passion for helping others? As a Ski Patroller at Mt. Hood Meadows, you'll play a critical role in creating a safe, enjoyable mountain experience for thousands of guests each season. From avalanche mitigation and hazard assessment to emergency medical response and technical rescue, Ski Patrollers are trusted professionals who combine expert skiing ability, sound judgment, and exceptional teamwork to keep the mountain operating safely. No two days are the same. You'll work in a dynamic alpine environment, responding to emergencies, educating guests, evaluating terrain and snow conditions, and supporting daily mountain operations in all types of weather. Every decision you make contributes to the safety of our guests, employees, and mountain community. This role is ideal for experienced skiers who are passionate about outdoor emergency response, thrive in physically demanding conditions, and are committed to continuous learning, teamwork, and service. If you're looking for a career where your skills make a meaningful difference every day while working in one of the most beautiful mountain environments in the Pacific Northwest, we'd love to have you join our Ski Patrol team. This is a full-time, seasonal position

Requirements

Expert skier in all terrain and in all snow conditions.
Must pass Mt Hood Meadows Ski Patrol ski test.
Snowboarders not accepted
Able to work in adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time
Current CPR certification required
Minimum of Outdoor Emergency Care, Wilderness First Responder EMT required
At least 18 years of age
Positive mental attitude, strong work ethic, focused attention to detail, and ability to work well as a team member in all conditions
Be fluent in all aspects of the English language (spoken and written), have excellent guest service skills, be able to work in inclement weather in a high-alpine environment for extended periods, and have the ability to operate all ski patrol-related equipment
Have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow, and provide directions
Available to work nights holidays and weekends
Safely move objects up to approximately 70 pounds about the workplace.

Nice To Haves

EMS experience
Outdoor work & guest service experience
Regulation enforcement experience
Avalanche safety training & terrain experience
Experience as a safety educator
Rope Access training & experience

Responsibilities

Avalanche mitigation
Hazard assessment
Emergency medical response
Technical rescue
Responding to emergencies
Educating guests
Evaluating terrain and snow conditions
Supporting daily mountain operations

Benefits

Year-Round Housing Available. Subject to Availability
Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employee and qualifying dependents
Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
Access to Team Wellness Programs
Team Appreciation Events/Dinners