Ski Patrol - Level 3

Do you have what it takes to lead a team of ski patrollers in high-pressure mountain situations? Are you ready to take on more responsibility while keeping guest safety top priority? If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of a fun and dynamic Patrol team, then Alyeska Resort is for you! 
 
We’re looking for Ski Patrol – Level 3 professionals to join our team in Girdwood, Alaska. 
 
What You’ll Do 
 
As a Ski Patrol – Level 3, you will play a vital role in providing a safe environment for guests to recreate on the mountain. As an experienced patroller, you’ll help lead your teammates and execute various duties that are crucial to the daily operations of the mountain. 
 
Your responsibilities will include: 

• Enforce safe skiing practices according to the State of Alaska and Alyeska Resort policies. 
• Possess full knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures as outlined in the Patrol Manual and Operations Plan. 
• Patrols assigned areas checking ski slopes and trails daily to determine hazards and danger areas. 
• Assist in the search and rescue of lost skiers, chair lift evacuation and avalanche search and rescue. 
• Renders first aid to injured skiers and provides safe transport off the mountain. 
• Notifies medical personnel in case of severe injury where moving skier might prove dangerous. 
• Ensures that no skiers remain on slopes or trails at end of day or during inclement weather. 
• Maintains tower, post and snowmaking hydrants, and all patrol stations and storage areas. 
• Inspects ski lifts, rope tows, and chair lifts to report safety hazards and evidence of damage or wear. 
• Assist with mountain sweeping at close of season. 
• Assists in explosives handling to blast for avalanche control [under supervision of experienced blaster]. 
• Participate in speed control and safety enforcement. 
• Able to locate transceiver quickly. 
• Performance of special patrol jobs. 
• Ability to handle Dispatch and Aid Room duties. 
• Route Leader for avalanche mitigation. 
• Operates Artillery pieces. 
• Resolves guest complaints according to policy. 
• Teaches other patrollers about all aspects of patrolling. 
• Assist with sweep and end of day and performs closing duties as assigned. 
• Exhibits demonstrable leadership skills. 
• Lead all departments in a coordinated Lift Evacuation. 
• Perform as Rescue Leader in an avalanche situation. 
• Accident Investigation Leader. 
   

What We Offer 
✅ Starting Wage: From $24 per hour 
✅ Employee Housing for a small fee live and play where you work 
✅ Flexible work schedules 
✅ Paid time off & holidays 
✅ Free Mountain Pass for employees and qualified dependents 
✅ Employee discounts on resort lodging, dining, and spa services 
✅ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  
✅ 401(k) 
 

What We Need 

• Possess one of the following: OEC, or EMT I or higher, and CPR card. 
• Must be a strong, advanced level skier, able to ski all terrain in all conditions. 
• Can commit for a full season from Mid-November to the end of April. 
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and verbal communication skills. 
• Member of NSP.   
• Must be familiar with Ski area and outer areas 
• Proficient in sled handling and lift evacuation techniques.  
• Able to demonstrate advanced skills and decision-making in most terrain and all snow conditions. 
• Knowledge and practice of safe, effective ski cutting of avalanches.  
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. 
• Ability to work in all weather and snow conditions. 
• Alyeska Resort will provide continuing education and training to qualify for OEC and CPR certification. 
• Same as Patroller I and 2 qualifications above plus 5 years patrol experience. 
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and work well with other members of the patrol and with other departments. 
• Able to set up and run avalanche rescue practice. 
• Capable of directing lift evacuations and high angle rescues. 
• Able to be Rescue Leader or any other position in avalanche rescue. 
• Able to make avalanche hazard forecast and organize avalanche mitigation.  
• Able to organize and conduct avalanche rescue, missing persons or night searches.   
• Able to take charge of patrol operations when Patrol Director or Supervisor is absent.  
• Must be at least 21 years of age.  
• Minimum of 3 seasons avalanche mitigation.  
• Skilled at locating multiple transceiver burials.  
• Able to lead any part of a lift evacuation for any chair lift. 
• Ability to transport injured guests on both on and off-piste terrain in toboggan both skiing in handles and using tail-rope. 
• Must be able to work outside in changing winter conditions for extended periods. 
   

What to Expect 
📌Be on alert and at times, on your feet for long periods, including nights, weekends, & holidays. 
📌Work in a fast-paced, high-energy resort environment. 
📌Adapt to seasonal changes around the resort and special events. 
📌Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Demonstrate strong skiing and toboggan handling skills.
• Ability to lift/carry and ski with minimum load of 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

📌Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places and inclement weather conditions.  
 
About Alyeska Resort 

Alyeska Resort is a world-class destination nestled in the mountains of Girdwood, Alaska, just 45 minutes south of Anchorage. With a 300+ room hotel, a Nordic Spa, and a renowned ski area, we offer an exciting and dynamic work environment where employees can work hard, play hard, and Live the Adventure! 

If you’re ready to bring your passion to Alyeska Resort, apply today and begin your adventure in the heart of Alaska! 

Alyeska Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.