Ski Patrol Lead

Location: Park City, Utah

Woodward Park City, located just 20 minutes from Salt Lake City, is a year-round world-class action sports facility with a culture that comes straight from our main product: Fun. If this sounds like the kind of place you'd like to work, progress, and play, we'd love to hear from you!

Mountain Patrol Lead

Age requirement of 21- FTYR

The Mountain Patrol Lead will be an essential member of Woodward Park City's Health and Safety team. The successful applicant will drive a positive patrol culture, administer first aid and handle incidents around the Woodward Park City facility, lead the day-to-day operations, promote excellent guest service, and assist incident investigations. 

What's in it for you:

• You will have full access to our world-class facilities and work and play in the same innovative environments as professional and Olympic athletes.

• Complimentary access to Snowbird and most POWDR-owned resorts (Skiing, Riding, and more!)

• Friends & family discounts and complimentary passes.

• Enough free time to enjoy the Woodward lifestyle.

• Discounts on food, retail, and gear.

• Career development and growth opportunities are available here and at our facilities across the globe.

• A connection with people who share the same passions and embrace each other's unique and individual style. 

• This is a full-time, year-round role with a robust benefits plan that includes healthcare, dental, vision, 401 (k), paid time off, and a bonus incentive program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The Lead Patroller will be a patroller who oversees the day-to-day operation and may be scheduled to work day or evening shifts to fit the operation's needs. The Lead Patroller will accomplish tasks designated by the Manager/Assistant Manager/Supervisor of Health and Safety, as well as the duties below:

• Promote and contribute to the ongoing safety culture and support operations as needed.

• Lead day-to-day operations and follow opening and closing procedures.

• Drive a positive patrol culture.

• Assisting with and providing patient care for all indoor and outdoor activities (Skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, skateboarding, scooter, in-line skating, BMX, parkour, tubing, skiing, snowboarding).

• Provide excellent guest service regardless of the situation.

• Proficiency with chairlift evacuation & willing to assist in patroller development by being involved in training opportunities.

• Track and inventory medical supplies for reorder.

• Lead incident investigations.

• Operate snowmobiles and 4x4 vehicles for mountain operations.

• Cross-train and assist in dispatch duties.

• Lead and assist with weekly patrol and safety training.

• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn new skills.

• Communicates effectively with the Manager/Assistant Manager/Supervisor of Health and Safety

• In the absence of management, the lead will be required to complete the following tasks: lead morning meeting, assign daily tasks, oversee closing procedures, initiate incident investigations, become a point of contact for events, and contact management for any serious incident.

• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements

• Must be an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) and CPR certified before employment.

• 2-3 years patrol experience.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Must complete a background check before employment.

• Physical Capabilities: bend, twist, push, pull, stand, lift 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

• Must be able to operate equipment, including ski, snowboard, and/or mountain bike.

• Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow, and provide directions.

• Must be able to negotiate terrain in and around Woodward Park City safely. All applicants must ski or snowboard and mountain bike.

• Must safely assess and negotiate all-season terrain and action sports hub environments.

• Must have the ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings.

• Must have excellent guest service skills.

Preferred Skills:

• 5+ years of Ski Patrol Experience

• Previous leadership experience

• Four-year college degree