Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Job Summary:
Manages the medical and safety aspects for the members, member guests and employees of Wasatch Peaks Ranch in a constantly changing mountain environment. This includes but is not limited to, avalanche risk reduction, hands-on patient care, transportation, intensive customer service and interdepartmental cooperation. This position will require working outside in a variety of weather conditions and a high level of fitness is required.
Level I Patroller - Beginner
Job Duties:
- Administers first aid and patient transportation in the event of a medical emergency.
- Operates snowmobiles safely for operational and patient transport needs.
- Performs all aspects of lift evacuation including, but not limited to: tower climbing, ground belay, line riding, and any other unique evacuation scenarios.
- Performs technical rope rescue using a variety of technical equipment including high angle rescue and sled belay.
- Ability to operate as a mountain dispatcher.
- Ability to operate as a “central” dispatcher during avalanche risk-reduction work.
- Documents all incidents, snow safety efforts and accident investigations.
- Utilizes SmartMtn and other GIS-based software to document avalanche risk reduction efforts and other daily record-keeping.
- Provides industry-leading customer service to members and guests including mountain information, evacuation from difficult situations, finding lost equipment and safety education.
- Possesses knowledge and understanding of mountain weather and forecasting, interpretation of computer weather models.
- Assists snow safety team with snow stability evaluations and terrain recommendations.
- Performs avalanche risk reduction work as directed by the snow safety team
- Demonstrates proficiency in all facets of avalanche rescue including in-bounds and out-of-bounds rescues.
- Maintains rope lines, signage, pads, fencing to identify and mark mountain hazards.
- Performs opening and closing procedures daily.
- Performs maintenance and repairs on equipment as necessary.
- Possesses strong communication and guest relations skills.
- Demonstrates strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- The ability to work well with others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Level II Patroller – Intermediate
- Meet the requirements of Basic Patroller
- Minimum 3 years ski patrol experience at Wasatch Peaks Ranch or equivalent
- Demonstrate an understanding and ability to evacuate all lifts at Wasatch Peaks Ranch using a variety of techniques depending on various scenarios
- Demonstrate an understanding of avalanche paths and risk reduction strategies for Wasatch Peaks Ranch terrain
- Demonstrate ability to lead risk reduction team through avalanche terrain
- Ability to operate as an AvSAR team leader during an avalanche rescue
- Demonstrate ability to manage a multi-patient medical incident
- Administer first aid and transportation in the event of a medical emergency
- Safe operation of snowmobiles for operational and patient transport needs
- Perform all aspects of lift evacuation including tower climbing, ground belay, line riding, and any other unique evacuation scenarios
- Perform technical rope rescue using a variety of technical equipment including high angle rescue and sled belay
- Ability to operate as a mountain dispatcher
- Ability to operate as a “central” dispatcher during avalanche risk reduction work
- Document incident forms, snow safety efforts and accident investigations
- Provide industry-leading customer service to members and member guests including information, evacuation from difficult situations, find lost equipment and safety education
- Knowledge and understanding of mountain weather and forecasting, interpretation of computer weather models
- Assist snow safety team with snow stability evaluations and terrain recommendations
- Perform avalanche risk reduction work as directed by the snow safety team
- Demonstrate proficiency in all facets of avalanche rescue including in-bounds and out-of-bounds rescues
- Maintain rope lines, signage, pads, fencing and identify and mark mountain hazards
- Perform closing procedures to ensure the mountain is clear daily
- Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment as necessary
- Strong communication and guest relations skills
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills
Level III Patroller - Advanced
- Meet the requirements of Intermediate Patroller
- Minimum 7 years ski patrol experience at Wasatch Peaks Ranch or equivalent
- Demonstrate an understanding and ability to evacuate all lifts at Wasatch Peaks Ranch using a variety of techniques depending on various scenarios, including downhill chairs, z-drags, and other special scenarios
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of avalanche paths and risk reduction strategies for Wasatch Peaks Ranch terrain
- Demonstrate ability to lead risk reduction teams through multiple risk reduction routes
- Ability to operate as an AvSAR site commander during an avalanche rescue
- Demonstrate knowledge of out-of-bounds avalanche terrain and rescue implications
- Demonstrate ability to manage a multi-patient medical incident including triage
- Administer first aid and transportation in the event of a medical emergency
- Safe operation of snowmobiles for operational and patient transport needs
- Perform all aspects of lift evacuation including tower climbing, ground belay, line riding, and any other unique evacuation scenarios
- Perform technical rope rescue using a variety of technical equipment including high angle rescue and sled belay
- Ability to operate as a mountain dispatcher
- Ability to operate as a “central” dispatcher during avalanche risk reduction work
- Document incident forms, snow safety efforts and accident investigations
- Provide industry-leading customer service to members and member guests including information, evacuation from difficult situations, find lost equipment and safety education
- Knowledge and understanding of mountain weather and forecasting, interpretation of computer weather models
- Assist snow safety team with snow stability evaluations and terrain recommendations
- Perform avalanche risk reduction work as directed by the snow safety team
- Demonstrate proficiency in all facets of avalanche rescue including in-bounds and out-of-bounds rescues
- Maintain rope lines, signage, pads, fencing and identify and mark mountain hazards
- Perform closing procedures to ensure the mountain is clear daily
- Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment as necessary
- Strong communication and guest relations skills
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills
Qualifications
License or Safety Requirements:
• Valid Driver’s License
• The ability to obtain an ATF explosives handler permit
• A current CPR and medical certification at the EMT, OEC, or WFR level (must certify at OEC level or higher by start of season)
Educational Requirements:
• High School Diploma
Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to:
• Safely ski all terrain at an expert level
• The ability to hike and ski in steep exposed terrain in arduous conditions with packs weighing up to 60 pounds
• Read and write (English).
• Communicate verbally and effectively with necessary parties with or without the use of two-way radios.
• Give and/or follow verbal and written instructions.
• Understand ski resort operations
• Supervise subordinates.
• Visually inspect all work areas.
• Operate equipment for several hours at a time.
• Perform basic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Retrieve, read and interpret information from technical sources.
• Stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, twist, turn, bend and kneel for extended lengths of time.
• Lift up to 75 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly.