Ski and Snowboard Patrol
Truckee, CA - USA
Job Summary
Woodward Tahoe (Boreal and Soda Springs) located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain range 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 youd like to work progress and play wed love to hear from you!
Were currently hiring Ski and Snowboard Patrollers for the upcoming winter season. If youre experienced on the mountain confident in first aid response and thrive under pressure this is your opportunity to join one of the most respected teams on the hill.
This is a Full-Time or Part-Time Seasonal position with employee housing available starting at $325/month.
Perks:
Starting pay: $19/hour (with higher pay possible for advanced EMT/OEC certifications or returning patrollers)
Health insurance options for ALL employees
Employee housing available starting at just $325/month
Free season pass to Boreal Soda Springs and all POWDR resorts
Full access to the BunkerWoodward Tahoes indoor training facility with trampolines foam pits skateparks and more
Discounts on food retail and gear
Discounts for friends and family
Paid volunteer opportunities
Work in a fun supportive mountain-town environment
Career advancement opportunities across the Woodward and POWDR network
What Youll Be Doing:
As a member of our Patrol team youll play a critical role in guest safety terrain management and emergency response. Youll be visible across the mountain ensuring trails are safe responding to incidents and supporting operational excellence.
Daily Responsibilities:
Perform morning trail checks and open/close terrain
Respond quickly to on-mountain incidents and injuries
Provide first aid and coordinate guest transport as needed
Assist with toboggan handling and loading patients safely
Support avalanche safety terrain closures and hazard marking
Educate guests on mountain safety and etiquette
Maintain and restock medical supplies at patrol stations
Serve as a first responder in emergency situations including lift evacuations
Work Environment & Schedule:
Outdoor mountain environment with challenging winter conditions (snow wind cold variable visibility)
Early morning start times weekend and holiday shifts expected
Must be comfortable skiing or riding in varied terrain including off-piste
Physically demanding role: lifting hiking and toboggan operation required
On-call or extended hours possible during weather events or major incidents
Who Were Looking For:
Strong skiing or snowboarding ability in all conditions (required)
OEC EMT or WEMT (required or in progress)
Active CPR certification
Calm under pressure and able to work efficiently in emergencies
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Dependable punctual and safety-minded
Experience in patrol guiding mountain rescue or similar roles is a plus
Willingness to train and grow within the department
Required certifications will need to be submitted prior to your first day
You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories backgrounds experiences and identities where we all have different in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness creativity and different points of view. Even if you dont think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job wed love to hear from you.
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