Job Description

Are you a first responder who wants to spend your summer on a mountain bike? We are looking for exceptional individuals to join our Bike Patrol Crew this summer. Members of the Bike Patrol Crew are responsible for keeping our guests safe on the mountain. Their daily tasks include completing set-up in the morning before guests are on the hill, performing run checks and other guest service functions. Members are also responsible for accident handling, administering first aid, promoting and creating a safe environment for guests and employees, mountain sweeps and other rescue services. They are the first to ride on the trails and the last off them daily. Rounds of golf, wildflower hikes, two bike parks and lake days await on days off. If this sounds like the ideal work environment, fill out an application to work, live and play where you belong.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Physical Requirement:

Heavy (H) Work activities involve handling loads more than 20 kg. Predominately in an outdoor setting.

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.

Accountabilities:

Provide the highest possible acceptable standard of pre-hospital care and rescue services for our guests and employees as required by the company
Work and communicate effectively with other groups such as K.S.A.R., BC Ambulance, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Fire Department, etc.
Ensure proper signage is appropriately placed and maintained according to industry and company standards
Learn and complete morning Pre-Opening Mountain Set-Up routes and procedures as outlined and directed
Maintain all signage and closures as required and directed
Learn and complete all evening sweep routes as outlined and directed
Participate in manual lift evacuations when required as directed
Ideal Candidate:

Current 80+ hr. First Aid Certificate or EMALB EMR/PCP
Current CPR-C Certificate
High level of physical fitness free of injury with the ability to carry a pack with first aid gear as well as avalanche gear as necessary daily
Adequate Mountain Biking ability on downhill-style trails and carrying any equipment other than a backpack
Self-motivated and able to work productively with limited supervision and under the direction of the Patrol Director, Supervisors, Lead Hands and Senior Patrollers
Able to and prepared to work outside in all weather conditions
Basic understanding of mountain resort Risk Management
Strong interpersonal skills
Willingness to always take direction positively from Risk Management Safety Director, Patrol Director, and Patrol Supervisors
PEAK Advanced Protocols an asset
PMBIA certifications an asset
Knowledge of the Sun Peaks area is an asset

Salary/Wage

20.85 - $23.95

Other Perks/Benefits

Why join us? We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests. Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values. No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future. The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy: Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position) Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.

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