Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Powder Mountain is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 10,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. Recently acquired by Reed Hastings, Co-Founder of Netflix, Powder is committed to staying uncrowded and independent—and we’re revolutionizing the ski industry along the way. Join our mission to spark wonder by creating a unique place that fuses mountain recreation, art, and meaningful connection.

We’re looking for Big-Hearted Champions Who Pick Up the Trash. If you’re a passionate, 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 - Passion, Caring & Warm, Joyful, Generous

Champions - Team - Not Family, Intolerant of Mediocrity, Tenacious, Seeks Feedback

Who Pick Up the Trash - Does What is Best for Powder and Our Guests, Resourceful, Selfless

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 and partner discounts.
• Powder Mountain on-snow uniform for specific roles.
• Free On-site Gourmet Employee meals

Job Title: Backcountry Ski Guide
Department: Sports and Recreation
Status: Seasonal Full-Time, Part-Time/On-Call
Reporting To: Backcountry Guide Manager

Position Summary:

Backcountry Ski Guide- Snowcat & Human Powered Ski Touring

Job Performance Expectations:

• Guide Backcountry clients for Snowcat and Human Powered Ski Touring Trips in the Powder Mountain Backcountry. (DMI, Wolf Creek, Davenport)
• 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 Snow Safety 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.
  

Job Requirements and 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)

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