Ski Patroller

Winter4Kids; Vernon (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Winter4Kids is seeking a Ski Patroller to help create a safe, supportive environment for youth engaging in skiing and snowboarding. You will monitor terrain, inspect trails, and respond to emergencies, providing Outdoor Emergency Care and coordinating with EMS when needed.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliable attendance, and the ability to work weekends and evenings in winter conditions, with training provided by Winter4Kids to ensure participant safety and positive experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Intermediate skiing ability or higher.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and variable hours.
• Must complete Winter4Kids training.
• Outdoor winter work conditions required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned terrain and facilities to promote participant safety.
• Conduct daily trail inspections and identify hazards.
• Mark hazards with signage, fencing, or netting.
• Monitor changing trail and weather conditions throughout the day.
• Perform lift safety observations and report concerns.
• Respond to medical emergencies and incidents using established protocols.
• Assess injuries and illnesses and provide Outdoor Emergency Care.
• Safely transport injured participants and coordinate patient transfers.
• Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Dependability

Education

Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification

National Ski Patrol membership

Job description

At Winter4Kids, every role helps create life-changing experiences for youth.

As a Ski Patroller, you play a critical role in creating a safe and supportive environment where young people can confidently challenge themselves through skiing and snowboarding. You provide emergency medical care, monitor mountain conditions, respond to incidents, and work collaboratively with the Mountain Operations team to ensure every participant has a safe and positive experience.

Essential Responsibilities

Mountain Safety

• Monitor assigned terrain and facilities to promote a safe environment for participants, staff, and guests.
• Conduct daily trail inspections and identify hazards.
• Mark hazards using appropriate signage, bamboo, fencing, or netting.
• Monitor changing trail and weather conditions throughout the day.
• Perform lift safety observations and report operational concerns.

Emergency Medical Response

• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and incidents.
• Assess injuries and illnesses using established emergency care protocols.
• Provide Outdoor Emergency Care within the scope of certification.
• Safely transport injured participants using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Coordinate patient transfers to local EMS when necessary.
• Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation.

Qualifications

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Intermediate skiing ability or higher.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and variable schedules.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing winter weather conditions.
• Ability to successfully complete all required Winter4Kids training.

Preferred

• Current National Ski Patrol membership in good standing.
• Current Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification.
• Current Outdoor Emergency Transportation (OET) certification.Current CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Previous emergency medical, fire, EMT, military, or ski patrol experience.