Nordic Ski Patroller - Winter 2026/27

POWDR; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee season pass

Free and discounted passes for friends

Transportation to Bend/Sunriver

Resort discounts (food, retail, gear)

Seasonal housing program

401k with company match

Discounted daycare onsite

IKON pass access

Local & national discounts

Job summary

POWDR operates Mt. Bachelor, where the Nordic Patroller role focuses on emergency medical care, trail safety, and supervising a team of volunteer patrollers. You will patrol Nordic and snowshoe trails, handle incidents, and contribute to guest safety and experience.

Ideal candidates have a current medical certificate and strong skiing ability, with the capacity to train staff, document incidents, and respond in all weather conditions. The role includes full-time and part-time positions at Mt.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School or equivalent.
• Current medical certificate (EMT/OEC/WFR) required.
• Ability to operate snowmobiles and rescue equipment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol Nordic trails to ensure guest safety and hazard identification.
• Provide direction and training to up to 12 volunteer patrollers.
• Dispatch protocol and staff training for Nordic operations.
• Respond to incidents and administer first aid as needed.
• Assist with avalanche observation and safety documentation.
• Maintain trail signage and operate required equipment.

Skills

Advanced skiing

Outdoor work in all weather

First aid response

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Current medical certificate (EMT, OEC, or WFR)

Tools

Snowmobile operation

Rescue equipment

Radio communications

Job description

Location: Bend, Oregon

Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people’s lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it’s our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Winter season employee housing program & Summer season camping program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Discounted daycare onsite at Mt. Bachelor
• Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts

_ *** Full-Time & Part-Time positions available *** _

Position Summary

The Nordic patroller is responsible for emergency medical care and transportation of injured skiers and trail maintenance that promotes increased skier safety and hazard identification. Daily duties include patrolling trails, being visible and available for guests, and documentation of incidents that occur on the trails as required. The Nordic Patroller also provides direction and training to a volunteer staff of 12 National Ski Patrollers with daily task assignments and event coverage.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

• Know the location of first aid equipment and all essential daily operations gear and replace as necessary.
• Skiing/sled/snowmobile handling in all snow conditions/terrain.
• Familiar with all areas on the Nordic trails, snowshoe trails, and routes of backcountry access, including those off the labeled trails.
• Know all dispatch protocol. Train Nordic Staff in dispatch communication.
• Ski all trails throughout the day, maintaining signage, dealing with potential hazards, and inspecting the trails for safety.
• Respond to and evaluate incidents. Administer first aid as necessary.
• To operate within the guidelines of your current level.
• Understand the Avalanche reduction plan, assist in reduction duties, and document snow observations.
• Complete lists, forms, and reports for incidents and activities that may require an accident investigation.
• Attend all required trainings and meetings.
• Assist with incident prevention and response during Nordic Center events and races.
• Capable of setting up a sled belay system and running it.
• Familiar with the safe operation of snowmobiles or any other required machinery.
• Familiar with and prepared to conduct basic to advanced Search and Rescue operations.
• Assist mountain patrol with a chair lift evacuation by aiding in removing guests and recording their names, addresses, equipment, and location.
• Assist mountain patrol as needed.

Secondary Function

Maintenance of the snowshoe trails by foot and maintenance of the ski trails via snowmobile grooming when needed.

Job Scope

The Nordic Patroller works independently to ensure the safety of guestsas they recreate on56 km of Nordic ski trails and 10 km of snowshoe trails. Together with the Nordic Trail Steward, the Nordic Patroller analyzes the daily conditions and grooming status to make decisions on required maintenance and guest communication. The Nordic Patroller responds to guests in need of assistance, with assistance ranging in severityfrom a courtesy ride to an urgentmedical incident. The position also requires oversight of up to 12 National Ski Patrollers (weekends and holidays only), which requires task assignment and training.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Number of employees supervised: 12 (Volunteers)
• Positions supervised: Volunteers
• Scheduling and assigning work: Yes
• Training: Yes

Interpersonal Contacts

Nordic Center staff in all positions, Pro Patrol, NSP, Aid Room, Public Safety, Vehicle Maintenance Shop, Grooming, Events, Resort Leadership Team.

Specific Job Skills

• License/Certifications: Current medical certificate (EMT, OEC, or WFR).
• Technical: Computer skills, Emergency medical equipment, toboggans, ski equipment, shovels and various hand tools. Ropes, survival gear, explosives, radios and transceivers.
• Physical Capabilities: Advanced skiing ability (Alpine and Nordic) and good physical condition. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extended periods in cold winter weather. Frequent shoveling, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and climbing. Additionally, every position at Mt. Bachelor requires the ability to shovel snow and walk on steep and uneven surfaces.
• Additional: Able to pass a background check

Education/Related Experience

• Minimum education required** :** High School or equivalent
• Minimum time in related position: One year minimum

Current Hiring Rate: $20/hr

Minimum Age Requirement: 21+

Come Work Where You Play!

Please be aware incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status.