TM - Paid Patrol

Timberline Mountain, Inc.; Davis (WV); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts around the mountain

Lift privileges for friends and family

Extra hours on weekends and holidays

Job summary

Timberline Mountain in Davis, WV is seeking a ski patrol team member for seasonal/full-time work from 2026 to 2027. Responsibilities include medical care, trail safety, evacuations, and equipment transport on snow.

Requirements include 18+ years old, a current OEC card, and at least 1 year patrolling experience with references. Background checks apply; resume preferred. Pay is $18/hour with potential raises for experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old by 11/1/2026 to apply.
• Minimum 1 year experience patrolling with references is required.
• Must hold a current OEC card.
• Must be an expert level skier or boarder.
• All employees age 18+ will complete a background check upon hire.
• Resume preferred.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment.
• Must work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist, provide medical care to, and transport sick and injured patients.
• Perform sweeps at the beginning/end of the day to ensure that all trails are safe and guests are safely off the mountain.
• Transport and set up supplies and equipment on skis or snowboard.
• Execute chairlift evacuations.
• Perform trail maintenance, including marking and mitigating hazards to skiing public.
• Promote guest safety through education and enforcement of Timberline Mountain Operations Guide.
• Complete daily paperwork, and ensure incident reports are completed correctly.

Skills

Expert level skier or boarder

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

OEC card

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Timberline Mountain - DAVIS, WV 26260, Patrol Seasonal Position 2026-2027

Timberline Mountain

We're looking for team members who are passionate about their work and the world around them, take pride in ensuring our guests receive the best possible service, and bring a sense of self and fun to all they do.

Responsibilities:

• Assist, provide medical care to, and transport sick and injured patients.
• Perform sweeps at the beginning/end of the day to ensure that all trails are safe and guests are safely off the mountain.
• Transport and set up supplies and equipment on skis or snowboard.
• Execute chairlift evacuations.
• Perform trail maintenance, including marking and mitigating hazards to skiing public.
• Promote guest safety through education and enforcement of Timberline Mountain Operations Guide.
• Complete daily paperwork, and ensure incident reports are completed correctly.

Requirements:

• Applicants may use alpine skis, tele skis, or snowboards.
• Must be an expert level skier or boarder.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old by 11/1/2026 to apply.
• All employees age 18+ will complete a background check upon hire.
• Must have excellent guest service skills.
• Must work well in a team.
• Must hold a current OEC card.
• Minimum 1 year experience patrolling with references is required.
• Resume preferred.

Employee Perks:

• Earn discounts around the mountain and lift privileges for friends and family.
• Extra hours available on weekends and holidays.

Pay Rate:

• $18 per hour
• Employees may receive a pay raise with each year of experience working at Timberline Mountain.

Available positions are part-time or full-time, with work hours Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM.

Possible Thursday-Saturday evening shifts from 4PM-9PM.