Location: Soda Springs, California
Woodward Tahoe (Boreal and Soda Springs), located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain range, is a year-round world-class action sports facility with a culture that comes straight from our main product: Fun. If this sounds like the kind of place you'd like to work, progress, and play, we'd love to hear from you!
We’re currently hiring Ski and Snowboard Patrollers for the upcoming winter season. If you’re experienced on the mountain, confident in first aid response, and thrive under pressure, this is your opportunity to join one of the most respected teams on the hill.
This is a Full-Time or Part-Time, Seasonal position with employee housing available starting at $325/month.
Perks:
Starting pay: $19/hour (with higher pay possible for advanced EMT/OEC certifications or returning patrollers)
Employee housing available – starting at just $325/month
Free season pass to Boreal, Soda Springs, and all POWDR resorts
Full access to the Bunker—Woodward Tahoe’s indoor training facility with trampolines, foam pits, skateparks, and more
Discounts on food, retail, and gear
Discounts for friends and family
Paid volunteer opportunities
Work in a fun, supportive, mountain-town environment
Career advancement opportunities across the Woodward and POWDR network
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a member of our Patrol team, you'll play a critical role in guest safety, terrain management, and emergency response. You’ll be visible across the mountain, ensuring trails are safe, responding to incidents, and supporting operational excellence.
Daily Responsibilities:
Perform morning trail checks and open/close terrain
Respond quickly to on-mountain incidents and injuries
Provide first aid and coordinate guest transport as needed
Assist with toboggan handling and loading patients safely
Support avalanche safety, terrain closures, and hazard marking
Educate guests on mountain safety and etiquette
Maintain and restock medical supplies at patrol stations
Serve as a first responder in emergency situations, including lift evacuations
Work Environment & Schedule:
Outdoor mountain environment with challenging winter conditions (snow, wind, cold, variable visibility)
Early morning start times, weekend and holiday shifts expected
Must be comfortable skiing or riding in varied terrain, including off-piste
Physically demanding role: lifting, hiking, and toboggan operation required
On-call or extended hours possible during weather events or major incidents
Who We’re Looking For:
Strong skiing or snowboarding ability in all conditions (required)
OEC, EMT, or Wilderness First Responder certification (required or in progress)
Calm under pressure and able to work efficiently in emergencies
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Dependable, punctual, and safety-minded
Experience in patrol, guiding, mountain rescue, or similar roles is a plus
Willingness to train and grow within the department
You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view. Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.
If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to talentandculture@woodwardmountaincenters.com