Ski Patroller

Boyne Resorts•Boyne Falls, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Boyne Mountain Ski Patroller, you're responsible for every guest on the mountain from the moment the lifts open to the moment the last rider comes down. You are the eyes, the expertise, and the calm presence that makes Boyne Mountain a safe and welcoming place for everyone. This role carries the privilege of managing the mountain and making critical decisions in the field. We're looking for skilled, composed, and deeply committed individuals who understand that safety and service go hand in hand. Everything we do at Boyne Mountain is guided by our core values, L.E.A.D.S.: Long-Term Thinking, Excellence in Execution, Attitude is Everything, Develop Great People, and Serve First. You'll bring those values to every run, every emergency response, and every guest interaction on the mountain.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
Advanced or expert skier.
Current EMT, OEC, or equivalent certification.
American Heart Association or Red Cross CPR/AED training.
Available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays throughout the ski season.
Physically prepared for the demands of the role: able to ski, walk, and remain active for hours each day; hike with skis and a pack; lift up to 50 pounds; and carry up to 30 pounds.
Calm under pressure, empathetic with guests, and committed to making every decision with safety first.

Nice To Haves

Prior ski patrol experience is strongly preferred.
Additional first-aid experience or licensing is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain safety signage, identify and communicate skiing hazards, and promote a culture of safety across the mountain.
Provide first aid and emergency assistance to injured guests, transport patients as needed.
Complete daily logs, accident forms, and required investigations with thoughtful accuracy and thoroughness.
Lead by example on the mountain, sharing your expertise and reinforcing safety standards with fellow patrollers and resort team members every shift.
Patrol ski slopes to ensure the safety and well-being of every guest on the mountain: monitoring for injured, reckless, or lost skiers and snowboarders, and responding quickly and effectively when someone needs help.
Enforce area policies where applicable, always balancing authority with empathy and respect for every guest on the hill.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Mountain Experience leadership team.