Eaglecrest Ski Patroller

City & Borough of Juneau•Juneau, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaglecrest Ski Area is hiring a Ski Patroller for the 2026/2027 winter season. The position provides ski patrol services to guests and employees, working primarily as a team member on avalanche hazard reduction missions. Patrollers may initiate controlled explosions to reduce avalanche risks and must demonstrate advanced skiing ability across all Eaglecrest terrain and conditions. The role involves working outdoors in severe weather and a dynamic environment, often with minimal supervision, while collaborating with the patrol team and serving guests. The schedule depends on weather and guest needs. Workdays are generally Wednesday through Sunday, including holidays. The normal start time is 0800, and the end of shift depends on last chair, sweep, and crew debrief. Overtime pay may be possible for hours exceeding 40 per week. The work location is Eaglecrest Ski Area, 3000 Fish Creek Road. The position requires successful completion of the Ski Patrol Trail Crew Worker Training Plan or one season as a patroller at another ski area with an avalanche hazard reduction program. A season is defined as three months of full-time work. Applicants must hold a valid Alaska EMT-1 or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC-National Ski Patrol) certification at appointment and throughout employment, and obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals certification within one month of hire and maintain it. Employees must be at least 18, pass an ATFE background check, and obtain Employee Possessor Clearance to work with explosives. Continued employment also depends on meeting applicable criminal history and certification requirements. The role requires the ability to work at heights of 75 feet above ground, lift approximately 75 pounds unassisted and heavier weights with assistance, and work outdoors in severe weather.

Requirements

Successful completion of the Ski Patrol Trail Crew Worker Training Plan, or one season as a Ski Patroller at another ski area with an avalanche hazard reduction program; a season is defined as three months of full-time work.
Valid Alaska EMT-1 or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC-National Ski Patrol) medical certification at appointment and for continued employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals certification within one month of hire and for continued employment.
At least 18 years of age at appointment.
Demonstrated proficiency as an advanced skier and ability to navigate all Eaglecrest terrain regardless of conditions.
Pass an ATFE background check and obtain Employee Possessor Clearance to work with explosives; appointment and continued employment are contingent on this.
Ability to work outdoors in severe weather conditions and at heights of 75 feet above ground.
Ability to lift approximately 75 pounds unassisted and heavier weights with assistance.
Strong interpersonal communication, problem-solving, situational awareness, decisiveness, and self-discipline.
Public- and guest-service-minded approach; ability to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
Enthusiasm for learning and willingness to work in adverse weather and a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

Provide ski patrol services to Eaglecrest guests and employees.
Serve as a team member on avalanche hazard reduction missions and initiate ski cuts or deploy explosives to reduce avalanche hazards.
Administer emergency medical care, extricate and transport injured guests, and assist higher-level team members with advanced injuries and rescues.
Perform slope-specific first aid, hill safety duties, and sweep routes.
Follow safety protocols for toboggan handling, avalanche hazard reduction and explosive handling, lift evacuation, high- and low-angle rescue, and search-and-rescue missions.
Maintain proficiency in avalanche transceiver use and related avalanche rescue techniques.
Work with the patrol team to maximize terrain availability within weather and snowpack constraints.
Manage risk by ensuring runs are appropriately signed and hazard markings are maintained in accordance with the Alaska Ski Safety Act of 1994.
Maintain avalanche closure lines and ensure their status is clearly marked.
Maintain, repair, inventory, and stock ski patrol rescue equipment, toboggans, gear caches, and the first aid room.
Complete incident report forms and assist with incident investigations.
Assist with collecting and recording weather and snowpack information.
Lead the team at incidents and other rescue scenes.
Assist in training Volunteer Ski Patrollers and Ski Patrol Trail Crew Workers.

Benefits

Season pass for employees scheduled to work a minimum of two days per week, at the direct supervisor’s discretion.
Limited pass card for each day worked for employees working fewer than two days per week.
Eligible employees may purchase dependent passes for $25, subject to supervisor discretion, after working at least one season and when scheduled for more than two days per week.
Employees without dependents may purchase 10 lift tickets at 50% off for friends or family members.
Employees with dependents may purchase 5 lift tickets at 50% off for friends or family members.
Employee equipment rentals at no charge, subject to equipment availability.
20% discount on retail shop items.
40% discount on repair shop work.
Free group lessons for employees, subject to space availability.
50% discount on group lessons and programs for employee dependents, subject to space availability.
Free employee shuttle.
Overtime pay may be possible for hours exceeding 40 per week.
Employees will receive a non-required offer for the Hepatitis B vaccination series due to potential exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.