Summary:Nakiska is looking for some outstanding Ski Patrollers to join our team.Job Description:Ski PatrolAs a Ski Patroller you will be working under the supervision of the Patrol Leader and Assist Patrol Leader, leading or helping with emergency situations both on the hill and around the premises.Nakiska hosts a variety of ski races each season and is the training mountain for many professional ski racing teams, as a ski patroller you are the ambassadors to the mountain and will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of safety and first aid treatment is provided for athletes, guests and staff.Primary Responsibilities· Ability to respond to all medical emergencies both on the mountain and premise, as well as lift related emergencies.· Provide necessary communication to all relevant parties during emergencies.· Patient monitoring and paperwork once transported to the patrol hut.· Monitor terrain conditions for skiing safety and racing potential and advise on run closures.· Maintaining safety netting for accident prevention, as well as any signage and smaller netting in place around the mountain.· Assisting with avalanche mitigation, this includes closing of trails, snow monitoring, ski cutting and explosive work when necessary.· Ensuring all guests and staff adhere to the RCR/Nakiska safety guidelines and procedures while on the mountain.Qualifications· Hold a current 80-hour Advanced First Aid in outdoor emergency care.· Advanced skiing ability in all levels of terrain, including black diamond steepness.· Current Avalanche Skills Training 1 (AST 1) certificate is not required, but will be required before any participation in avalanche mitigation work can occur (This course may be available through ski patrol)· Must have good physical fitness.· Ability to communicate effectively and multitask under pressure.· Experience in toboggan training or lift evacuation is considered an asset.· Previous experience in any safety or related outdoor role, or risk management training, is considered an asset.· Any other certificates, such as ropes training, rescue training etc., are considered an asset.· Any familiarity with Nakiska Ski Resort is considered an asset.We offer:· A season's pass for the resort.· Amazing reciprocals· Discounts on food, retail, rentals, and hotels.· Pro-deals.· Staff shuttles from Calgary & Canmore available· Staff events - meet great people who share a passion for the mountain lifestyle!
