What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ski Patroller position at Massanutten Resort?
Job Summary
The Ski Patroller provides on-mountain first aid and transportation, manages incidents, and promotes safety through hazard mitigation and skier education. They also perform essential tasks such as chairlift evacuation, search-and-rescue, and opening/closing the ski area.
Required
Outdoor Emergency Care certification
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
ICS-100 certification
Must be at least 18
Good bedside manner and customer service skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong mountain bike and ski or snowboard skills
National Ski Patrol member
Preferred
EMS experience
Rope rescue experience
Typical Schedule
Days:
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Friday – Monday: Two shifts between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m.
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Tuesday – Thursday: One shift between 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Hours:
Varies, including evenings
Core Responsibilities
- Provide guests and employees with first aid and transportation off of the slopes and trails
- Open and close slopes and trails
- Monitor slopes and trails for changing conditions and address conditions as needed
- Enforce reckless skier/biker policy
- Document incidents involving injured or ill guests and employees and alert supervisor when additional documentation may be necessary
- Evacuate chairlifts as needed
- Other duties as assigned by management
If you aren't certified in the above and are interested in being a Ski Patroller, please email Nancy Bradburn at nbradburn@massresort.com for more information.
For more information, contact Gabriel Diaz at 540-289-3143.