Ski Patrol
Position: Pro Patroller
Department: Patrol | Mountain Operations
Reports To: Patrol Director
Type: Full-time | Part-time Seasonal
Wage: $20.00/hr.
Benefits: On hill Perks for employees and their families at all MFSR (Midwest Family Ski Resorts) locations
Company Overview:
Lutsen Mountains is a part of Midwest Family Ski Resorts, a multi-generational family-owned and operated mountain resort with 3 of the oldest and largest resorts in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Our company culture reflects family focused values due to our family ownership, our management team and our guests, who are primarily Midwest families. We rely on team members who are excited about taking ownership of their role, adapting to change, and working collaboratively with our family of team members.
Position Overview:
Ski Patrollers monitor mountain areas for injured, reckless, and lost guests and hazards; provide first aid and other necessary assistance to guests; enforce mountain polices; complete ongoing training and emergency procedures practice; and perform various trail maintenance tasks.
Responsibilities
- To provide emergency care to those in need of assistance
- To provide transportation either by toboggan or snowmobile with a toboggan in variable types of terrain and snow conditions
- Participate in lift evacuation and high angle rescue scenarios using specialized equipment
- Lead or participate in search and rescue operations
- Provide direction and guidance to volunteer patrollers
- Communicate effectively using a two-way radio
- Completes patient care, accident, and incident investigation records
- Maintains current ski patrol certifications through the National Ski Patrol.
- Installs and maintains signs, markings, fencing, and other on mountain safety systems.
- Evaluates conditions and hazards on the mountain continuously and adjusts mountain safety systems to limit risks.
- Identifies and intercepts fast or reckless skiers, or those violating mountain policies to educate and encourage compliance.
- Conducts sweep on the mountain after closing
Qualifications
- Outdoor Emergency Care, CPR Certified and National Ski Patrol member.
- Ability to operate a snowmobile as required for job duties.
- Must possess or obtain a valid State of MN Class D Driver License.
Physical Requirements
- Advanced skier or snowboarder with the ability to access all mountain terrain in a variety of snow and weather conditions.
- Must be able to work extended hours outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including extreme cold and heat.
- Must have the ability to walk, hike, stand, climb and balance on variable, uneven terrain.
- Ability to safely operate snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles on difficult uneven terrain.
- Lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs. regularly, 30-50 lbs. frequently, and up to 75 lbs. occasionally.
- Ability to work days, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.