Ski Patrol

Mt Seymour; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season pass

Shuttle bus pass

Job summary

Mt Seymour is seeking a Ski Patrol patroller to provide high-quality first-aid treatment to guests and staff during the ski season. You will uphold safety standards, participate in mountain risk management, and work with a team to deliver emergency response within the controlled recreation area.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe workplace, coordinating with external agencies when needed, and ensuring compliance with the Alpine Responsibility Code.

Qualifications

• Advanced First Aid (formerly OFA 3) certification is required.
• Non-urban Emergency Care Level 3 certification is required.
• Wilderness First Responder certification (80 hours) preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workplace.
• Implement the daily Mountain Risk Management plan.
• Act as a team member or team lead for professional mountain rescue within the CRA.
• Collaborate with external agencies as part of the team. Lead when assigned.
• Provide high-quality first-aid treatment to Mt Seymour guests and staff, ensuring compliance with Alpine Responsibility Code.

Skills

Advanced First Aid

Non-urban Emergency Care Level 3

Wilderness First Responder

AST-1

ICS-100

Job description

Title:Ski Patrol
Department: Mountain Operations
Reports to: Patrol Supervisor

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a ski patroller, you are responsible for providing high-quality First-Aid treatment to our guests and employees in their time of need.

THIS POSITION IS RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

• You pride yourself on helping others.
• You can adapt to quickly evolving situations and keep a calm demeanor while doing so.
• You can maintain clear, concise, and appropriate communication both written and verbal.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• You will keep a clean, organized, and safe workplace & you can recognize unsafe or hazardous work and reports it to a supervisor or manager.
• You will be responsible for the implementation of the daily Mountain Risk Management plan.
• You will be an active member of a team responsible for professional mountain rescue within the Controlled Recreation Area (CRA).
• You will work alongside external agencies as an active team member, or as a team lead.
• You will deliver high-quality first-aid treatment for Mt Seymour guests and employees, and ensure compliance with the Alpine Responsibility Code & Mt Seymour Terms and Conditions.

You must be physically able to:

• Ski/snowboard in all terrain & snow conditions.
• Lift 50lbs.
• Ski/snowboard while carrying 50lbs.
• Sustain physical activity 10 hours per day.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.

You must be psychologically able to:

• Work in a direct and structured environment.
• Process traumatic & medical injuries of guests and colleagues.
• Provide a supportive environment to colleagues, team members, and guests.
• Always advocate on behalf of the patient.

WHAT WE REQUIRE FROM YOU:

• Valid Advanced First Aid, (formerly OFA 3) or,
• Non-urban Emergency Care Level 3, or,
• Wilderness First Responder (accredited course) (80 hours), orgreater.

ADDITIONAL ASSETS:

• AST-1 or AST-2
• ICS-100

OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

You can perform under pressure, demonstrating the following:

• Professionalism.
• Effective communication.
• Resilience.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Seasonal position, November through to mid-April.
• $22 - 24.50 per hour, depending on qualifications/experience.
• Complimentary season pass and shuttle bus pass.

Mt Seymour is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.