Ski and Snowboard Patrol

Boreal group; Truckee, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options for ALL

Employee housing starting at $325/mo

Free season pass to Boreal, Soda Spr

Full access to indoor training at Wood

Discounts on food, retail, gear

Discounts for friends and family

Paid volunteer opportunities

Career advancement across Woodward &PO

Job summary

Woodward Tahoe is hiring Ski and Snowboard Patrollers for the winter season. The role involves guest safety, terrain management, and emergency response with on-site housing options starting at $325/month.

Starting pay is $19/hour, with higher pay possible for advanced certifications or returning patrollers. Health insurance, employee housing, and season passes are offered along with discounts and volunteer opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong skiing or snowboarding ability in all conditions.
• OEC, EMT, or WEMT certification (required or in progress).
• Active CPR certification and composure under pressure are essential.
• Must be dependable, punctual and safety minded.

Responsibilities

• Perform morning trail checks and open/close terrain.
• Respond quickly to on-mountain incidents and injuries.
• Provide first aid and transport guests as needed.
• Assist with toboggan handling and patient loading.
• Support avalanche safety and terrain closures.
• Educate guests on mountain safety and etiquette.
• Maintain medical supplies at patrol stations.

Skills

Skiing ability

Snowboarding ability

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Tools

OEC

EMT

WEMT

Job description

**Woodward Tahoe** (Boreal and Soda Springs), located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain range, is a year-round world-class action sports facility with a culture that comes straight from our main product: Fun. If this sounds like the kind of place you'd like to work, progress, and play, we'd love to hear from you!We’re currently hiring Ski and Snowboard Patrollers for the upcoming winter season. If you’re experienced on the mountain, confident in first aid response, and thrive under pressure, this is your opportunity to join one of the most respected teams on the hill.This is a Full-Time or Part-Time, Seasonal position with employee housing available starting at $325/month.**Perks:*** Starting pay: $19/hour (with higher pay possible for advanced EMT/OEC certifications or returning patrollers)* Health insurance options for ALL employees* Employee housing available – starting at just $325/month* Free season pass to Boreal, Soda Springs, and all POWDR resorts* Full access to the Bunker—Woodward Tahoe’s indoor training facility with trampolines, foam pits, skateparks, and more* Discounts on food, retail, and gear* Discounts for friends and family* Paid volunteer opportunities* Work in a fun, supportive, mountain-town environment* Career advancement opportunities across the Woodward and POWDR network**What You’ll Be Doing:**As a member of our Patrol team, you'll play a critical role in guest safety, terrain management, and emergency response. You’ll be visible across the mountain, ensuring trails are safe, responding to incidents, and supporting operational excellence.**Daily Responsibilities:*** Perform morning trail checks and open/close terrain* Respond quickly to on-mountain incidents and injuries* Provide first aid and coordinate guest transport as needed* Assist with toboggan handling and loading patients safely* Support avalanche safety, terrain closures, and hazard marking* Educate guests on mountain safety and etiquette* Maintain and restock medical supplies at patrol stations* Serve as a first responder in emergency situations, including lift evacuations**Work Environment & Schedule:*** Outdoor mountain environment with challenging winter conditions (snow, wind, cold, variable visibility)* Early morning start times, weekend and holiday shifts expected* Must be comfortable skiing or riding in varied terrain, including off-piste* Physically demanding role: lifting, hiking, and toboggan operation required* On-call or extended hours possible during weather events or major incidents**Who We’re Looking For:*** Strong skiing or snowboarding ability in all conditions (required)* OEC, EMT, or WEMT (required or in progress)* Active CPR certification* Calm under pressure and able to work efficiently in emergencies* Strong communication and teamwork skills* Dependable, punctual, and safety-minded* Experience in patrol, guiding, mountain rescue, or similar roles is a plus* Willingness to train and grow within the department* Required certifications will need to be submitted prior to your first day**You make us Woodward.** We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have \"different\" in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view. Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to [e-mail]