Mountain Safety & Rescue Technician (Entry)

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is seeking a Mountain Safety & Emergency Services professional to perform on-mountain safety, first aid response, and guest transport.

The role requires skiing or snowboarding proficiency, EMT-B certification, and CPR for professional rescuer, with strong English communication and customer service skills. Responsibilities include hazard mitigation, incident reporting, and avalanche/rescue operations.

Qualifications

• EMT-B certification from NV EMS or National Registry with ability to obtain NV EMT.
• CPR for professional rescuer required.
• Excellent English communication, verbal and written.
• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Compassionate demeanor to assist injured or distressed guests.

Responsibilities

• Identify, reduce and/or eliminate hazards on ski runs with signing, markings and flagging.
• Provide first aid and transportation for injured guests and employees.
• Complete incident report forms and conduct incident investigations as needed.
• Provide courtesy transportation to non-injured guests.
• Provide search and rescue, avalanche rescue and lift evacuation services as required.
• Provide avalanche control and snow safety evaluations as required.
• Enforce safe on-mountain behavior per Skier Responsibility Code.
• Clocking in and out to ensure accurate work hours.

Skills

Skiing

Snowboarding

EMT-B Certification

CPR for professional rescuer

ATF clearance

English communication

Customer service

Compassionate demeanor

Work under pressure

Tools

First aid training

Job description

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is seeking a Mountain Safety & Emergency Services professional to perform on-mountain safety, first aid response, and guest transport.

The role requires skiing or snowboarding proficiency, EMT-B certification, and CPR for professional rescuer, with strong English communication and customer service skills. Responsibilities include hazard mitigation, incident reporting, and avalanche/rescue operations.