Mountain Bike Patroller (Summer 2026)

MOUNTAIN BIKE PATROLLER (Summer 2026)

Reports to: Director of Ski/Bike Patrol

Department: Patrol

Status: Seasonal/Full-Time (4 days/week 10-hour shift)

Pay: $19 - $21 per hour

Posting date: 3/8/26

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide a variety of patrol services including responding to reported emergencies on the mountain to evaluate injured guests and provide emergency care as appropriate within skill and certification levels. Provides guest services lift evacuation if needed search and rescue and supports other departments as needed. Mountain Bike Patrollers are ambassadors for the resort assists in creating a positive guest experience and nurtures a team atmosphere for staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Create a safer mountain experience for our employees and guests.
• Operate safely and within ability level when biking.
• Provide emergency medical and rescue response for illness and injuries.
• Provide guidance to guests on trail selection and rider ability.
• Educate trail users of proper etiquette and bike park policies.
• Maintain general mountain/trail signage for summer activities.
• Extricate and transport injured guests off the mountain in a professional manner.
• Identify and mark hazards on bike trails (and/or close trails as necessary).
• Conduct morning trail check to ensure trails are ready to open.
• Sweep trails at the end of day to ensure guests are off the mountain.
• Maintain all rescue equipment for readiness in emergency response.
• Maintain the mountain bike trails as requested by management.
• Complete emergency incident documentation forms and other daily logs.
• Perform lift and mountain evacuations when necessary.
• Coordinate patient transfers with EMS Providers (air and ground).
• Assist with special events at the resort as needed (BME concerts etc.)

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Must be a skilled mountain biker (complete additional questionnaire) and willing to ride within the risk tolerances of GR Operations LLC.
• Communicate effectively using a variety of methods; verbal written radio.
• Ability to take initiative and willing to accept and learn from reflection and feedback.
• Uses sound judgment to make good decisions and act professionally.
• Treats others courteously and responds in a helpful manner.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Possess current BLS for the Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification or equivalent.
• Possess current EMS provider certification to include one of the following: Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher.
• Pass UTV/ATV driver safety training program.
• Technical search & rescue or ski patrol experience (preferred).
• Bike guide training course Level 1 or higher (preferred).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a physically demanding position with long hours including early morning through early evening hours.
• Extended rescues may lead to late ending of shifts.
• Weekend and holidays shifts are required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Must be able to stand bend climb lift twist reach push and pull repetitively.
• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.
• Must be able to adapt to high elevation climate and work in extreme weather conditions.
• Must successfully pass a background check and motor vehicle check before starting work.
• Employee provides own biking equipment including bike helmet goggles pads etc.