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Mountain Bike Patrol - Giants Ridge

GiantsRidge, managed by Guest Services, Inc., is look for qualified individuals tojoin our Mountain Bike Patrol Team this summer.

As a member of our Mountain Bike Patrol Team, you will play an importantrole to ensure the safety and enjoyment of our guests along with contributingto the integrity of our bike trails.

Responsibilities include patrolling designated mountain areas on a mountain bike, assisting riders, enforcing safety regulations and responding toguest injuries.

If you have intermediate mountain biking skills, like workingoutside and are safety-minded, this job is for you!

Seasonal, part-time positions available.

Team members enjoy amazing benefits such as :

• Mountain Perks - free passes for employees and discounts for family members
• Playing privileges at both of our premier golf courses
• Employee discounts on food, apparel and accessories
• A fun team environment
• Flexible schedules
• And more!

JOB SUMMARY

Mountain Patrol addresses the safety of the mountain and guests by providing emergency care and attending to safety issues on the mountain.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Biking, skiing or snowboarding to perform trail and mountain opening and closing procedures as assigned.
• As directed, patrol assigned patrol work areas regularly while consistently greeting and engaging guests to promote a fun, safe and friendly atmosphere.
• Help educate guests about mountain safety through active personal contact.
• Stop reckless skiers, snowboarders, bikers and enforce Your Responsibility Code / Mountain Biker's Responsibility Code, Giants Ridge safety regulations and policies, including taking appropriate disciplinary action as needed.
• Safely and skillfully transport injured to patrol room.
• Be proficient with lift evacuation procedures and skills.
• Recognize and address existing and potential safety hazards.
• As directed, perform daily trail maintenance including but not limited to marking trail openings and closures, placing / maintaining signage and fencing, and marking obstacles.
• Understand the function of the equipment used and standards procedures for its care and safe operation.
• Maintain clean, safe and professional work areas.
• Develop and maintain appropriate reports and records as set forth by Giants Ridge patrol policy and procedures.
• Maintain communication with other departments.

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• Proficient ski / snowboarding / mountain biking skills
• High School Diploma / GED - 15 to 17 year old may be eligible for Young Adult Patroller Program
• CPR / AED Certification required
• Minimum Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certified (Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or paramedic - must be able to successfully challenge OEC course material)
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in biking, skiing or snowboarding
• Ability to proficiently handle patient transportation equipment
• Demonstrated talent for interacting with a wide variety of people
• Ability to effectively organize and coordinate multiple priorities
• Ability to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal
• Excellent customer service

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moving about on foot, bike, or skis / snowboard to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place on the mountain.
• Bend, lift, carry, reach / extend arm and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
• Lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs. regularly, 30-35 lbs. frequently, ability to lift, roll, pull and and carry up to 200 lbs. with assistance.
• The ability to follow established policies and procedures when operating a snowmobile and / or UTV on the mountain.
• Ability to withstand extreme cold, wet and hot weather for long periods of time.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Reading and writing work-related documents in English.
• Speech recognition and clarity, including the ability to understand the speech of customers and co-workers and the ability to speak clearly so that you can be understood by customers and co-workers in English.
• Constantly communicates and receives verbal communication with other employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical presence at the job site is essential to perform job duties.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Mountain Bicycle Equipment
• Ski / Snowboard Equipment
• Wheeled Rescue Litter / Toboggan
• Computer
• Handheld Power Tools

Giants Ridge is the#1-rated family vacation destination in Minnesota. Located just north of Duluth in the heart ofMinnesota's Superior National Forest, Giants Ridge is a four-seasonfamily-oriented resort offering fun and adventure for every level of outdoorenthusiast.

Summer is filled withworld-class golf, plus mountain biking, water recreation and more. Winter brings incredible skiing,snowboarding, fat tire biking and endless miles of snowmobile trails toexplore, plus dining, shopping and much more.

Spring and fall seasons are the perfect transitions to the next seasonof outdoor adventure.

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Last updated : 2024-04-23