Avalanche Forecasting Team Member

ISS Facility Services AB; Rossland; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Mountain Resort in Rossland, BC is seeking an Avalanche Forecasting Team Member to support forecast, mitigation and patrol operations. The role involves weather observations, stability assessments, hazard analysis, and logging of all activities with a focus on safety.

You will schedule shifts, supervise control workers, and participate in explosives handling for avalanche control while delivering training and mentorship to developing avalanche professionals.

Qualifications

• CAA Level 2 for Operations or working toward certification.
• CAA Active Member in Good Standing or working toward membership.
• NUEC3 with Advanced Protocols.
• WSBC blasting ticket with Hand Charging and Safety Fuse Assemblies.
• CAA Intro to Weather and Avalanche Search & Rescue Advanced Skills.
• Current TDG certificate.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Patrol Forecasting Team duties as assigned.
• Conduct snowpack analysis in study plots and target areas.
• Supervise avalanche control operations and plan routes.
• Keep Avalanche Safety Plan and Procedures up to date.
• Deliver training programs and maintain certificates.
• Assist with handling and deployment of explosives for avalanche control.
• Create daily hazard forecasts and weather-related reports.
• Collect weather data, reporting and documentation as required.
• Maintain signage, fencing and closures for Snow Safety.
• Provide mentorship and act as a professional reference.
• Document staff training and perform routine equipment checks.
• Follow Red Mountain Resort SOPs and work extended hours as needed.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

CAA Level 2 for Operations

CAA Intro to Weather

CAA Avalanche Search and Rescue Advanced Skills

NUEC3 with Advanced Protocols

WSBC blasting ticket

Current TDG certificate

Job description

Position title: Avalanche Forecasting Team Member

Location: Red Mountain Resort, Rossland, British Columbia, Canada

Employment Status: Full time - Seasonal

Job Type: Union

Reports to: Avalanche Forecasting Coordinator, Patrol Director and Associate Patrol Director

Supervises: Avalanche Control Workers

Date of Posting: September 20, 2026.

Posting Closes: October 9, 2026.

JOB POSTING *Note* The position being offered requires working a schedule as determined by the operational needs of the team. In the event of a scheduling conflict, shifts will be assigned by the Patrol Director, with shift selection occurring in order of seniority.

Position Summary

As a member of the Avalanche Forecasting Team you will support all aspects of RED Mountain Resorts operational avalanche forecasting and mitigation program while also supporting Professional Patrol operations. Working alongside the Forecasting team you will collect weather and snowpack observations, conduct stability assessments, participate in operational forecasting and avalanche hazard mitigation and maintain documentation of all mentioned above. This position requires sound decision-making, excellent communication, and a commitment to mountain safety.

The Avalanche forecasting team member position will be scheduled for 10-hour days, 4 days per week during the operating season and 8-hour days, 5 days per week during the pre and post operating season.

• Participate in Patrol Forecasting Team daily duties, as they are assigned
• Conduct snowpack analysis in study plots and other selected areas
• Supervise avalanche control operation: develop daily control strategies, assign control teams and control routes
• Ensure Avalanche Safety Plan and Avalanche Control Procedures are current and relevant.
• Facilitate avalanche related training programs including regular refresher training.
• Ensure that all training certificates are up to date and valid
• Participate in and train for handling, transporting, preparing and deployment of explosives for the purpose of avalanche control
• Creation of a daily avalanche hazard forecast, Avalanche hazard analysis, info-ex report as well as other avalanche and weather related information
• Collecting weather observations, reporting and documentation as required.
• Maintain all signage, fencing and closures as required for the Snow Safety Program and RED’s signage requirements
• Deliver pre-season and ongoing training in avalanche search and rescue
• Deliver pre-season and ongoing training in avalanche control techniques and procedures and routes.
• Provide mentorship and serve as a Professional reference for developing and emerging avalanche professionals
• Document all training of staff in a log.
• Perform the daily Magazine check, cleaning and record keeping
• Keep current with any industry changes to explosives storage, transport and regulations
• Take a leadership role in providing a high standard of pre hospital care and transport for injured guests and employees
• Follow all Red Mountain Resort SOPs.
• Be available to work early mornings and extended hours.
• Support and encourage the adoption of new technologies and innovative practices within the company

Qualifications

• Canadian Avalanche Association Level 2 for Operations or working towards the certification
• CAA Active Member in Good Standing or working toward their membership
• NUEC3 with Advanced Protocols
• WSBC blasting ticket, current in Hand Charging and Safety Fuse Assemblies
• CAA Intro to Weather
• CAA Avalanche Search and Rescue Advanced Skills
• Computer skills knowledge and proficiency
• Current TDG certificate

Performance Measures:

• Independent thinking as to what the position may require
• Physically fit with good hygiene
• Provide a courteous attitude towards guests and coworkers.
• Demonstrate willingness to help out and to go beyond the routine duties of the position.
• Excellent knowledge of local terrain

Only qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.