Ski Patrol – Winter 24/25

Lake Louise Ski Resort

  • Lake Louise, AB
  • Published on January 17, 2025

Seasonal


How to Apply: online

Website: Current Openings | Recruitment


Overview

Reporting to the Patrol Supervisor & Mountain Operations Manager, the main responsibility of the Ski Patroller is to ensure the safety of our Guests and staff within the Lake Louise Ski Area boundaries.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Present and prepared for daily morning meeting
  • Daily maintenance, setup, and removal of all signs and rope lines
  • Hazard identification and mitigation prior to public access
  • Promotion of skier safety and accident reduction through positive interactions with our Guests regarding safety and the “Your Responsibility Code” including policing of various runs and terrain
  • Responding to emergencies and providing medical care to the sick and injured.  This includes medical chart writing and accident documentation (good writing and documentation skills are essential).
  • The transportation of patients down the mountain to the base area by toboggan or other means for medical treatment and/or arrangement of transport to a medical facility.
  • Extrication of patients from compromising situations and places, including high angle rescue, and emergency chair lift evacuation in all weather conditions
  • Assist in risk management/accident investigations
  • Search and Rescue within the Ski Area boundaries
  • Assist in avalanche control and snow stabilization.
  • Snowmobile operations

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Must be in excellent physical condition and able to work in adverse weather conditions
  • Follow all LLSR policies and procedures
  • Complete other tasks as assigned
  • A three month probationary period applies
  • A police background check, from your home country or province, will be required upon commencement of employment
  • 80+ hour advanced first aid course certification minimum
  • Advanced skiing ability
  •  Previous Patrol experience is an asset
  •  Reasonable knowledge of the Lake Louise Ski Area preferred
  • Lift evacuation experience and knowledge preferred
  • AST 1 or 2, or CAA-ITP Level 1 or equivalent preferred
  • Mountaineering / backcountry travel experience preferred
  • A positive attitude, pleasant personality, good ethical and communication skills, combined with the ability and willingness to enforce policies and procedures in a professional manner.
  • Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s license (or international equivalent); previous Winter driving experience; a driver’s abstract and a claims experience letter from a previous insurer stating 3 years claims-free history (obtained before commencing)

 At present some of our Winter Employee Perks include:

  • LLSR lift pass (valued at approx. $1,500)
  • Reciprocal discounts with other Ski Resorts
  • Free group lessons and discounted private lessons through snow school
  • Free LLSR recreational opportunities including tubing
  • Free employee transportation from Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore
  • Food and Beverage discounts at designated cafeterias and restaurants
  • Friend and Family discounted day passes
  • Retail, Rental and Repair discounts
  • Staff rates at Skoki Backcountry Lodge
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate at designated cafeterias when you provide your own reusable mug
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Long Service Award programs
  • Opportunity for educational growth and development
  • Optional subsidized staff housing for full-time employees
  • Awesome Staff events, activities, and team building events throughout the season
  • RRSP matching contribution depending on length of service
  • Extended health care plan depending on length of service
  • Year-round employees may be eligible for spousal and family passes
  • Employee discounts at Lake Louise Ski Area Daycare, eligibility criteria apply

 

How to Apply

You may apply by sending your resume directly details are given above