Ski Patrol Level 1

Overview

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Rate of Pay : $22-23 hr DOE

Shifts : 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM; Night shifts 4 : 00 PM to 10 : 00 PM, varies according to weather. Must be available early mornings for control work as needed.

Seasonal, Full-Time available

Must be available holidays & weekends

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt / Hourly

Summary : Promote general mountain safety by marking boundaries and hazards, participating in avalanche mitigation work, responding to emergencies (medical, search & rescue, weather, etc.), and engaging guests in an informative and pleasant manner. Perform a majority of duties on skis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• First Aid : Administer first aid and transport injured skiers or visitors / working personnel. Communicate via 2-way radio regarding accidents and status of first aid.
• Transport / Evacuation : Properly package patients and transport with the toboggan.
• Knowledge of helicopter protocols and location of landing zones.
• Avalanche reduction work : Mitigate avalanche-prone areas throughout the day during hazardous periods.
• Proficient as 2nd or 3rd on 1 or more control routes.
• Explosives work : Exhibits working knowledge and training of explosives in avalanche reduction programs (supervised).
• Avalanche rescue work : Familiar with avalanche rescue procedures and available rescue equipment.
• Search and Rescue : Carry out search and rescue for persons within and out of bounds.
• Sweep operations : End of day and morning sweep operations.
• Lift evacuation : Follow lift evacuation procedures and know location and use of lift evacuation equipment.
• Hill safety : Place and maintain signs, bamboo, ropes, fences, etc., per area plan.
• Regular sweeps of runs to identify and remove problem areas.
• Accident reporting and investigation : Complete accident reports accurately and legibly; gather information for investigations.
• Public relations : Be helpful and courteous to staff and the skiing public; provide friendly assistance and advice to skiers.
• Remain calm and tactful in emergencies, violations, and unusual circumstances.
• Training : Upgrade and refresh skills yearly; pursue additional personal training (avalanche, medical, SAR, AI, NSP Instructor, etc.).
• Assist with training of Ski Patrol; enforce ski area policies and update knowledge annually.
• Skier safety : Know and communicate the skier responsibility code; emphasize skier safety; warn or remove skiers whose conduct is reckless or dangerous.
• Equipment and facility maintenance : Inspect patrol equipment and keep facilities clean and in good repair; ensure terrain park aesthetic and safety.
• Be an example of safe recreation and skiing practices at all times.

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Benefits

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