Ski Patroller

Craigleith Ski club; The Blue Mountains; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ski Patrol at Force Inspection Services is responsible for the health and safety of guests and staff while on the Blue Mountains property. The Patrol team maintains safety netting, signage, and closes terrain as hazards arise.

It also administers first aid and responds to accidents, coordinating with paramedics when required. Reporting to the Ski Patrol Coordinator and Operations Manager, this full-time seasonal role runs December through April, with shifts Wednesday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• Must have First Aid Certificate.
• Must have First Responder Certification through Red Cross or Canadian Ski Patrol.
• Strong skier/rider ability is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team orientation.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all guests and staff on property.
• Maintain safety netting and signage for accident prevention.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid, coordinate with paramedics.
• Communicate with all relevant parties during emergencies.
• Monitor terrain conditions for skiing and riding safety; coordinate with teams to mitigate hazards.
• Open/close ski terrain with Grooming team when machinery is on the hill.
• Complete logs, accident reports and checklists in a timely manner.

Skills

Strong skier/rider ability

First aid knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Team orientation

Time management

Education

First Aid Certificate

First Responder Certification

Ropes training

Rescue training

Tools

Power tools

Snowmobiles

Job description

• Location 164 CRAIGLEITH RD,Blue Mountains, ON, L9Y 0S4,Canada
• Base Pay $23.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT-Seasonal

Job Title: Ski Patroller

Reports to: Ski Patrol Coordinator > Assistant Operations Manager > Operations Manager

Schedule: Full-Time, Wednesday to Sunday, Seasonal - December to April

Wage: $23.00/hr

Job Summary

The Ski Patrol is responsible for the health and safety of guests and fellow staff while enjoying the property. The Patrol team maintains safety netting, monitors safety measures such as signage, and closes terrain due to safety hazards. Patrol also administers first aid to injured guests or staff and responds to accidents and/or works with Paramedics when required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of all guests and staff on property.
• Maintain safety netting for accident prevention, as well as signage and smaller netting in place around the mountain.
• Respond to any medical emergencies both on the mountain and off, performing first aid as needed, and support as well with any lift-related emergencies.
• Provide necessary communication to all relevant parties during emergencies.
• Monitor terrain conditions for skiing and riding safety, race events, and work with patrol or applicable teams to mitigate safety hazards.
• Communicate with the Grooming team to open/close any ski terrain when machinery is on the hill.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely and professional manner including logs, accident reports and checklists.
• Ensure all guests and staff adhere to the safety guidelines and procedures while on the mountain.
• Utilizing effective radio communications to ensure smooth emergency operations and fast responses.
• Follow safety and emergency protocols to ensure preparedness for any emergency situations that may arise.
• Check safety and first aid equipment daily for proper function.
• Complete all duties and tasks with the utmost regard for personal and guest safety.
• Enforce safe skiing and riding practices and provide related education when necessary
• Demonstrate hazard awareness and the ability to relate it to risk reduction
• Assisting in lift delays and evacuations as needed
• Opening and closing of ski runs
• Know, understand, and adhere to the Alpine Responsibility Code.

Qualifications

• Strong skier/rider ability is required.
• Previous experience in first aid administration, first responder, patrol etc., an asset.
• Must have First Aid Certificate.
• Must have First Responder Certification through Red Cross or Canadian Ski Patrol.
• Experience utilizing power tools, and operating snowmobiles.
• Any other certificates such as ropes training, rescue training etc., are considered an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team orientation.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

• Working in all weather conditions, during days, evenings, nights and weekends

Physical Requirements

• A physically demanding job, required to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis, shoveling, and do repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50lbs, and be able to pull toboggan with weight down steep terrain while on ski/snowboard.