Ski Patroller Level I - Winter 2026 - 27

PURPOSE OF POSITION: A Level I Ski Patroller must constantly monitor and evaluate Deer Valley Resort’s ski terrain with an emphasis on safety. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Administer first aid in a professional and timely manner 

• Perform lift evacuations as needed 

• Perform skier safety education, including speed control, and enforcing the responsibility code 

• Conducting snow surveys and snow stability tests using explosives 

• Assist with mountain set up, tear down, and maintenance 

• Place and maintain mountain signs, rope lines, snow fences, and padding 

• Maintain ski runs by side slipping and/or shoveling 

• Perform crowd control at lift mazes, day lodges, and race venues 

• Pick up trash on the mountain and retrieve items dropped from the lift 

• Assist guests looking for lost equipment 

• Attends 2+ CME hours 

• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Current OEC or EMT certification and completion of OEC refresher 

• Current CPR certification 

• Advanced skiing ability – able to transport a guest in a toboggan down any Deer Valley area in any snow condition 

• Able to operate a snowmobile 

• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to consistently lift 50lbs.  

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT:  

• Winter 2026-27 

POSITION TYPE: 

• Full Time 

PAY RATE: 

• Pay: $24.50 per hour 

Deer Valley Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.