Skilled Ski Patrol
Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career.
Benefits
- Free ski/snowboard passes for employees
- Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family
- Free ski and snowboard lessons
- 40% retail discounts
- Discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development through Epic Service
- Referral Program
- Wellness benefits
About the Role
Entry Level Ski Patrollers are responsible for creating a safe and enjoyable mountain experience by providing emergency medical care, maintaining trails and safety systems, educating guests, and supporting mountain operations. This role requires strong skiing ability, sound judgment, excellent guest service, and a commitment to teamwork in a dynamic alpine environment.
Responsibilities
- Promote guest safety through education and proactive mountain presence
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide emergency care to injured or ill guests
- Transport injured guests using rescue toboggans and patrol equipment
- Maintain trails through hazard marking, fencing, closures, padding, and other safety materials
- Perform sweeps at the end of the day to ensure all guests are safely off the mountain
- Transport supplies and heavy equipment to areas of need on skis/snowboard
- Participate in lift evacuations and other emergency response operations
- Deliver exceptional guest service and assist with guest inquiries and concerns
- Complete accurate incident documentation and reports
- Support other mountain operations departments as needed
- Maintain patrol equipment and facilities in a clean, organized manner
- Complete all Entry Level Patroller competencies during the first season
- Participate in continued on-the-job training programs
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or must complete Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) during the first season
- Current AHA BLS Provider card
- Must successfully pass the Hunter Mountain Ski Patrol ski test
- Ability to ski expert terrain with confidence and control
- Fluent in English with strong communication and guest service skills
- Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding, high-alpine environment in all weather conditions
Physical Requirements
- Ski advanced terrain while carrying patrol equipment
- Lift, carry, push, and pull patients and rescue equipment
- Perform physically demanding work in steep terrain, deep snow, and adverse weather conditions
Pay
The expected pay range is $21.51/hr - $25.30/hr. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Schedule
- Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
- Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
- Housing Availability: No
Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).