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
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.
