Job Description

Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views!

The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a sightseeing gondola in the summer months.


Whether you want to work indoors or outdoors, no day will ever be the same. As an employee you can expect a great working environment, employee benefits, competitive wages and the experience of a lifetime.

At present some of our Winter Employee Perks include:

LLSR lift pass (valued at approx. $1,600) 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 eligible 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

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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)