Backcountry Ski Guide II bei Powder

Description

Powder is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 12,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. We are striving to be the premier place of being and doing, a destination that fuses outdoor recreation with a cultural and hospitality program that connects visitors with a deeper sense of self and purpose. Our core values come to life in a unique and natural setting of unparalleled beauty.

We’re looking for Big-Hearted Champions who are passionate about outdoor recreation, art, and meaningful connection. Together, we're crafting a one-of-a-kind, multi-season destination that seamlessly blends outdoor art, exhilarating recreation, and exceptional hospitality. If you’re an enthusiastic, caring team player who strives for excellence—and always tries to do the right thing, even when no one is watching—you’ll fit right in at Powder.

We Are:

Big-hearted: passionate, warm, joyful, and generous. 

Champions: tenacious, intolerant of mediocrity, and constantly seeking feedback. 

These values make us who we are and help drive us to fulfill our purpose: to spark wonder!

Our Commitment to Equality:

Together we are one team, not an "us vs. them" mentality. We are focused on being a progressive employer with pay equity, inclusion, while building diverse teams. 

Appearance Guidelines:

Well-groomed facial hair, tasteful visible tattoos, and minimal facial piercings are acceptable.

Perks of Joining Our Big-Hearted Champions:

• 401K Plan and company match
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Seasonal Ski & Summer Passes for self, self & dependents + Buddy Vouchers
• UTA Ski Bus Pass and Employee Shuttle Service 
• Powder Mountain Retail/Rental Discount and On-Mountain F&B Discounts
• Powder Mountain Snowsports School Discounted Lessons
• Access to Expertvoice.com, Outdoorly.com Outdoor Prolink and partner discounts.
• Powder Mountain on-snow uniform for specific roles.
• Free On-site Gourmet Employee meals

Requirements

Job Title: Backcountry Ski Guide II
Department: Outdoor Adventures

Status: Seasonal (FT & PT)

Reporting To:  Backcountry Guide Supervisor 

Position Overview:

Backcountry SkiGuide- Snowcat & Human Powered Ski Touring

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide Backcountry clients on Ski Touring Trips in the Powder Mountain Backcountry. (Powder Mountain Resort and Off-site bookings)
• Schedule to be determined by skier demand and trip bookings.
• Expected to facilitate the safety and well being of client groups in hazardous Backcountry terrain, with limited support. 
• Safety and Well being will include but not limited to:
  • Navigating Avalanche Terrain effectively with large skier groups.
  • Relaying pertinent safety instructions to Operations Team, Guests, and other Guides.
  • First Aid and Emergency Response for injuries/incidents in the Backcountry.
  • Participating in Operational SnowSafety meetings and Guide Briefing.
  • Making and Reporting SnowPack data observations.
  • Adhere to Standard Operating Guidelines of the Backcountry Guide Program.
• Personability- Must establish and maintain good client guide rapport.
• Integrity- Safe, honest, and prudent decision making under pressure.
• Follow-through- must perform basic administrative duties for trip reporting procedures per department and company standards.
• Will be expected to operate company vehicles during winter driving conditions to transport clients.

* Please Note: This position will facilitate both public skier needs for Powder Mountain Resort & Powder Haven Club. This position will specifically focus on backcountry ski guiding for both entities. If you are interested in involvement with ALL winter activities with Outdoor Adventures, Please see Adventure Guide job availability.

Requirements and/or Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in Backcountry Navigating (Ski Patrol or Ski Guiding)
• Current Emergency Medical Qualification (OEC preferred)
• Professional Avalanche Level 1 (PRO1)

Physical Requirements- Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to:

• Ski Tour 5,000+ vertical ft. Daily
• Ski and Hike with 40lb plus pack for a full day of operations
• Ability to move 200+lbs by toboggan or medical extrication device.
• Ability to navigate Backcountry Terrain in limited visibility/ Inclement weather.
• Assist in loading and unloading clients from snowcats, shuttles, lifts as needed.
• Ski expert level terrain.

Working Environment:

Ski Guides must maintain the ability to endure long ski days, self-sufficiently in a Backcountry environment. (40lbs+ Pack / 8hr+ daily). This work environment consists of both on-mountain and off-mountain backcountry terrain.