2026/2027 Ski Patroller

Berkshire East Ski Resort • Charlemont, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ski Patroller, a seasonal full-time position, will work in coordination with the Ski Patrol Director, Assistant Directors, Hill Chiefs, and Resort Management to provide safety, risk management, rescue, and medical services. Responsibilities include opening and closing procedures, hazard mitigation and marking, medical training, lift evacuation, equipment maintenance, first aid, documentation, dispatching, and guest services. The Ski Patroller will act as an ambassador for the resort, contribute to a positive guest experience, and foster a team atmosphere.

Requirements

• Experience in ski patrolling or similar venues for one year.
• Current BLS for the Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification, or equivalent.
• Current Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) Certification.
• Computer skills (Google platform, web-based applications, etc.).
• Communicate clearly using a variety of methods; verbal, written, radios, text, etc.
• Self-motivated, and willing to accept and learn from reflection and feedback.
• Must be a solid Level II+ skier or snowboarder and pass ski testing.
• Must be able to safely ski or ride all ski trails at the Berkshire East Mountain Resort.
• Must be able to pass and safely operate rescue toboggans under National Ski Patrol Outdoor Emergency Transportation (OET) Standards.
• Must be able to operate a variety of equipment including vehicles, side-by-side UTVs, ATVs and snowmobiles.
• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.
• Must be able to adapt to climate and work in extreme weather conditions.
• Applicants must be at least age 18.
• CORI background check required prior to being hired.

Responsibilities

• Create a safer mountain experience for employees and guests.
• Operate safely at all times.
• Attend morning meetings with other ski patrol staff.
• Communicate and coordinate with the Patrol Hill Chief.
• Communicate and coordinate with resort management.
• Support and implement ski patrol procedures and policies.
• Hazard mitigation and marking.
• Assist with incident investigations.
• Provide emergency medical and rescue response for illness and injuries.
• Provide high quality customer and guest services.
• Support and implement required data collection and reporting.
• Perform lift and mountain evacuations when necessary.
• Assist with special events at the resort as needed.
• Make Berkshire East Ski Patrol a great organization.

Benefits

• Discounts on food and gear.
• Access to pro level purchasing.
• Activity vouchers for friends and family per mountain and patrol policies.

What This Job Offers

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