What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ski Patrol Paramedic position at Snowshoe Mountain, Inc.?
Summer 2025!
Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!
Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
Pay: $23 per hour
Start Date: Mid-May with positions available through the summer season
Seasonal: This position is available from Late May to the Beginning of October, aligning with our winter ski and summer bike seasons. Seasonal work involves temporary employment tied to specific times of the year
Schedule: May require working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Employee Perks:
Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts Discounts on Ikon Passes!
Medical Benefits – Minimal Essentials Coverage while employed
401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
30% off Snowshoe food & beverage locations (excludes alcohol), 30% off soft goods like clothes, 15% off hard goods like skis at Snowshoe owned retail locations.
Pro Deals from some of the industry’s top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!
Why Work with Us?
Ensure a thrilling yet safe skiing and riding experience for our guests by providing top-notch emergency care. As a Paramedic, you'll not only navigate the mountain with skillful skiing but also deliver expert first aid and advanced life support when it’s needed most. Be the go-to responder for injured, lost, or distressed guests and ensure everyone enjoys their adventure with confidence. Embrace the challenge and excitement of keeping our mountain safe and exhilarating!
Job Responsibilities:
Equipment & Inventory: Master all first aid equipment (e.g., ECG monitor, AED) and maintain triage room supplies with daily inventory checks.
Protocols & Assistance: Follow WVOEMS Paramedic Protocols, handle critical incidents, and assist local EMS agencies. Provide directions to hospitals and support state paramedic protocols.
Guest & Patient Care: Greet and triage patients, ensure quality care for serious injuries, and coordinate transport via ambulance or patrol vehicles. Offer directions to medical facilities and maintain safety standards.
Safety & Operations: Inspect slopes and prepare trails, monitor transport systems, and report hazards. Conduct patrol sweeps, enforce skier responsibility codes, and ensure effective trail closing.
Team Support: Assist with emergency evacuations, maintain patrol facilities, and support guest services. Document incidents and contribute to team efforts and departmental goals.
Maintenance & Communication: Handle slope maintenance, clear hazards, and perform professional skiing/riding. Keep accurate records and communicate effectively with team members and guests.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Current WV certified EMT-Paramedic with ACLS/ PHTLS
Obtain an Outdoor Emergency Care if not already acquired
Hold a current Healthcare Provider CPR card
Advance/Expert Level skier or snowboarder
Driving:
Have a valid Driver’s license and ability to pass the Snowshoe Driving Program
Preferred Experience:
2 years in a similar role
Ability to pass the National Ski Patrol Basic level ski patrol test
Dues and Fees: Pay annual dues to the national ski patrol to maintain Outdoor Emergency Care certificate. If applicable pay annual and semiannual fees associated with maintaining First Responder or EMT-P license. Pay annual fees for Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation refresher class
Will have to ride with manager or supervisor to evaluate skills (skiing and biking)
Patroller must be an intermediate to advanced downhill mountain biker and advanced/expert level skier or snowboarder
Job Specific Background check
Maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Must complete the snowmobile and/or ATV (UTV) training course as well as be an approved driver on the Snowshoe Driving Program before operating a company
Annual snowmobile and ATV (UTV) training refresher
To have and wear full face helmet, forearm pads, knee/shin pads, gloves, goggles, and riding for downhill
General maintenance knowledge for downhill
Have annual ski binding safety tests
All Information above is subject to change at any time.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Snowshoe is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $23