Ski Patroller: Mountain Safety & Emergency Care Lead

Winter4Kids; Highland Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Winter4Kids is seeking a Ski Patroller to help create a safe, positive experience for youth on the mountain. You will monitor terrain, respond to incidents, and work with the Mountain Operations team to ensure safe skiing and snowboarding for participants.

The role includes providing Emergency Medical Care, conducting trail inspections, marking hazards, and coordinating patient transfers with local EMS when needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Intermediate skiing ability or higher.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and variable schedules.
• Able to work outdoors in winter weather conditions.
• Able to complete Winter4Kids training.

Responsibilities

• 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 signs, bamboo, 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.
• Assess injuries using established emergency care protocols.
• Provide Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) within certification scope.
• Safely transport injured participants using appropriate equipment.
• Coordinate patient transfers with local EMS when needed.
• Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation.

Skills

Intermediate skiing ability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Outdoor work

Job description

Winter4Kids is seeking a Ski Patroller to help create a safe, positive experience for youth on the mountain. You will monitor terrain, respond to incidents, and work with the Mountain Operations team to ensure safe skiing and snowboarding for participants.

The role includes providing Emergency Medical Care, conducting trail inspections, marking hazards, and coordinating patient transfers with local EMS when needed.