Ski Patroller: Mountain Safety & Rescue Pro

Boyne Resorts; Harbor Springs (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Golf and Ski Passes

Downhill Mountain Bike Park Pass

Dining Discounts

Resort Discounts

Free Water Park Passes

Lodging Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Housing Availability

Health Insurance

AllyHealth

Job summary

Boyne Resorts is seeking a Ski Patroller at The Highlands at Harbor Springs to monitor trails, manage hazards, and provide medical care as needed. You will work with Mountain Operations to support daily resort operations and guest safety on the mountain.

The role requires current OEC/EMT/WFR or CPR/AED certification, strong skiing abilities, and excellent communication with the team and guests. Weekend and holiday availability is essential for winter operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current OEC, EMT, WFR, or CPR/AED certification.
• Strong skiing or snowboarding ability across varied terrain and weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills, with the ability to remain calm during emergencies.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical duties, including maneuvering rescue toboggans and assisting with patient transport.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts in winter weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Patrol ski trails and mountain areas to identify hazards, unsafe behavior, and changing conditions.
• Promote safe skiing and riding practices and enforce resort safety policies.
• Conduct daily trail opening and closing procedures and maintain trail signage, fencing, ropes, and hazard markers.
• Provide emergency medical care, first aid, CPR/AED, and patient stabilization as needed.
• Safely transport injured guests using rescue toboggans and assist guests experiencing difficulties on the mountain.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, First Aid Room personnel, and resort team members using radios and other communication systems.
• Complete accurate incident reports, patient care records, and daily patrol logs.
• Assist with missing-person searches, trail maintenance, special events, and other mountain operations activities.
• Maintain rescue equipment and participate in ongoing medical training, rescue drills, and safety initiatives.
• Deliver friendly, professional guest service while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong skiing ability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision-making under pressure

Flexibility to weekend/holiday

Education

High school diploma or GED

OEC/EMT/WFR/CPR-AED certification

Job description

Boyne Resorts is seeking a Ski Patroller at The Highlands at Harbor Springs to monitor trails, manage hazards, and provide medical care as needed. You will work with Mountain Operations to support daily resort operations and guest safety on the mountain.

The role requires current OEC/EMT/WFR or CPR/AED certification, strong skiing abilities, and excellent communication with the team and guests. Weekend and holiday availability is essential for winter operations.