Seasonal (Seasonal)JOB TITLE: Avalanche Mitigation SupervisorDIVISION: Mountain OperationsREPORTS TO: Avalanche Mitigation Manager, Director of Ski PatrolLOCATION: Solitude Mountain ResortCLASSIFICATION: Full time/ SeasonalPURPOSE OF POSITION:This supervisory position will oversee up to 45 employees and will be responsible for a wide variety of mountain operations. The position involves both field (80%), and office work (20%). The Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor reports directly to the Avalanche Mitigation Manager and the Director of Ski Patrol. This position requires strong interpersonal relationship skills as well as expert skiing ability.PAY: $30+/hour, based on experienceSPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- The incumbent must be able to obtain an ATF explosive handlers permit.
- Have a valid state driver's license.
- Have a current medical certification at Utah EMT, National EMT, or OEC level.
- Current CPR certification.
- Expert skiing ability.
- Avalanche Pro 1 certification, Avalanche Pro 2 preferred
- Six years of ski patrol experience with two years of supervisory preferred
- Four years of avalanche mitigation experience at a class A resort is preferred.
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Strong understanding of ski resort operations
- Able to hike in steep, exposed, and technical terrain in arduous conditions with packs weighing between 40 and 60 pounds.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assists in the training and evaluating ski patrollers in avalanche rescue, mitigation techniques, and snow science.
- Maintains documentation of training, equipment assignments, and condition of the equipment.
- Conducts inventories and maintains explosive caches.
- Fills in for the Avalanche Mitigation Manager as assigned.
Avalanche Mitigation Responsibilities:
- Responsible for forecasting future trends and current levels of avalanche danger and mitigating avalanche hazards.
- Assists in the assignments of route leaders and partners as necessary to conduct mitigation work.
- Collects and documents field data on snow, weather, and avalanche conditions.
- Determines the opening and closing of terrain based on avalanche hazard forecasts.
- Maintains and installs aerial trams and shot cables resort-wide.
- Maintains and installs avalanche closure rope lines and signage.
- Assists for the setup and tear down of remote weather stations.
- The ability to lead a resort wide, mass causality avalanche rescue.
- Able to conduct and coordinate complex off premises rescues for Wasatch Backcountry Rescue
- Have a working knowledge of Wyssen towers, a Remote Avalanche Control System (RACS)
Emergency Care and Rescue responsibilities at both supervisory and functional levels:- To provide emergency care to those in need of assistance.
- To provide transport from on mountain locations in expert terrain to locations in the base area via rescue sleds and snowmobiles.
- To be proficient in lift evacuations using specialized equipment
- To be proficient in high-angle rescue
- To be proficient in search and rescue, including night operations
- Assists with avalanche incident investigations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONIn the winter, the resort operates seven days a week. Work schedules will include weekends, on call, holidays.
Perks of Working Here:Work & Play in the Mountains:- Embrace the stunning Wasatch Mountains.
- Connect with fellow mountain enthusiasts.
Benefits:- Access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations.
- Free Solitude season pass for you and eligible dependents.
- Discounts on solitude lift tickets for friends and family.
- Discounts on food, rentals, retail, and lessons.
Other Perks:- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
- Pro deals with outdoor brands.
- Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
- Free counseling service through Employee Assistance Program.
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