Ski Patroller Candidate

Ski Patrol Candidate

General Purpose:

The Ski Patrol Candidate will provide and promote a safe environment for Purgatory guests and employees,

educate skiers/snowboarders about the Skiers' Responsibility Code, and monitor guests to ensure general

mountain safety. Ski Patrol is a highly visible role at Purgatory Resort and requires a great deal of guest

Interaction.

This is a seasonal position from November 2026-April 2027. Dates are subject to change based on the

availability of the applicant and needs of the business. This role comes with a free season pass for you and your

dependents. For a full list of benefits visit https://www.purgatory.ski/employee-benefits/

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Provide professional, friendly and courteous service to guests and employees. Duties include responding to

medical emergencies on the mountain, transporting injured guests off the mountain, and ensuring general

mountain safety.

Develop and maintain working knowledge of Patrol procedures.

Know, understand, and adhere to the 1979 Colorado Skier Safety Act, Senate Bill 80 and Purgatory Resort

mountain rules and regulations, including the Skiers and Riders Responsibility Code.

Maintain trail safety marking, pads and hazards in accordance with the Colorado Skier Safety Act.

Complete all required documentation in a timely and professional manner including logs, accident reports and

checklists.

Check safety equipment daily for proper function.

Perform sweeps at the end of the day to ensure that all guests and employees are safely off the mountain.

Completing all duties and tasks with the utmost regard for personal and guest safety.

Continuing education and on-the-job training provided and expected.

Special duties may include chairlift evacuation, out-of-boundary and/or night search and rescue activities,

avalanche control and implementing snow safety protocols.

Other duties as assigned.