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Job Summary
The R.O. Ski Patrol team member helps maintain a safe mountain environment for guests and staff. This role monitors ski area conditions, responds to incidents and medical emergencies, provides guest assistance, and supports daily mountain safety operations.
Responsibilities
Conduct regular patrols of designated mountain areas and monitor trail conditions, hazards, and weather-related changes.
Respond promptly to injuries, medical emergencies, and other incidents; assess situations and provide care within the scope of training and applicable protocols.
Transport injured guests using approved equipment and procedures.
Communicate incident details, changing conditions, and safety concerns to patrol colleagues and other resort teams.
Assist with trail closures, hazard marking, signage, and other measures that support mountain safety.
Support lift evacuation procedures and other emergency response activities as trained and assigned.
Provide courteous, clear information to guests about safety, mountain conditions, and resort procedures.
Complete incident reports and other required documentation.
Maintain patrol equipment and follow established safety, radio, and emergency procedures.
Qualifications
Current first-aid and emergency care certification appropriate to the role and local requirements; examples may include Outdoor Emergency Care or EMT certification.
Strong skiing or snowboarding ability appropriate for safely patrolling resort terrain and transporting patients when required.
Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team during routine operations and emergencies.
Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm in changing or high-pressure situations.
Availability to work outdoors in winter conditions, including weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous ski patrol, emergency response, medical, or mountain operations experience.
Training in lift evacuation, rescue techniques, or avalanche response relevant to the resort’s terrain and operations.



