Eric Tanguay
Dolores,CO
Summary
Seasoned professional alpine ski patroller with 32 years experience seeking full-time ski patrol position. Dedicated to ensuring guest safety and delivering top-notch response and first aid care. Over 15 years of leadership starting as a Supervisor and then Bike Patrol Manager/Patrol Manager.
Overview
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Certification
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Mountain Guide
San Juan Outdoor Adventures
01.2018 - Current
- Lead guests and small groups on hiking, mountain biking, Via Ferrata and mountaineering trips within the San Juan Mountains. Responsible for guests' quality experience and safety from start to finish of trip.
Ski Patrol Supervisor
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
11.2008 - 04.2025
- Key responsibilities included planning, managing, and organizing daily activities in accordance with the department functions. Provided safe and efficient rescue and evaluation of injured guests from the mountain, delegating work missions and ensuring daily duties were completed. Assisted in facilitating morning meetings and briefing team members of pertinent information, communicating daily work plan including schedule and interdepartmental communication. Additional responsibilities included: avalanche risk mitigation, risk mitigation for guests and employees, detailed incident and investigative reports, enforcement of mountain regulations and Colorado Skier Safety Act.
Professional Alpine Ski Patroller
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
11.1993 - 04.2025
- Developed increasing expertise and advanced through expanding responsibilities in mountain safety, guest services, and emergency response operations over 32-year tenure.
Bike Patrol Manager
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
06.2019 - 10.2024
- Developed all aspects of the Bike Patrol department policies and procedures. Key responsibilities included staffing and scheduling, as well as securing rescue and first aid equipment required such as vehicles, personal protective equipment, and uniforms.
Helicopter Ski Guide
Telluride Helitrax
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Responsibilities included: briefing guests on helicopter procedures/safety and educating group on avalanche rescue and operational protocols, ensuring the safety of the group throughout the ski day by utilizing backcountry procedures and protocols, and communicating with pilots and Helitrax Office.
Ski Patrol Summer Crew
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
07.2008 - 10.2018
- Assisted in clean up and putting away ski patrol pads, bamboo, signs, and rescue equipment. Put in boundary posts and set up and replaced boundary rope. Helped with construction of Howitzer Buildings and Ski Patrol buildings and decks.
Education
Wilderness Leadership Semester Program
Colorado Outward Bound School
01.2004
Journalism
Johnson State College
Johnson, Vermont01.1991
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Winnesquam Regional High School
Tilton, NH01.1988
Skills
- Emergency Response & Rescue: Outdoor emergency care tech, expert skier, mountain biker
- Avalanche Safety: Risk assessment, mitigation protocols, explosives handling (Type I Licensed Blaster)
- Leadership & Management: Team supervision, staff scheduling, policy development, interdepartmental communication
- Outdoor Guiding: Backcountry navigation, group management, safety education, risk mitigation
- Technical Expertise: Mountain rescue operations, incident commander, helicopter safety protocols, equipment maintenance
Certification
OEC and CPR Certifications, Professional Avalanche Worker School (2012), Licensed Blaster - Type I Explosives Permit, TSP Howitzer Team Member (2016-2023), TSP Incident Investigation Team Leader (1997-2007)
Timeline
Helicopter Ski Guide
Telluride Helitrax
12.2021 - 04.2024
Bike Patrol Manager
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
06.2019 - 10.2024
Mountain Guide
San Juan Outdoor Adventures
01.2018 - Current
Ski Patrol Supervisor
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
11.2008 - 04.2025
Ski Patrol Summer Crew
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
07.2008 - 10.2018
Professional Alpine Ski Patroller
Telluride Ski & Golf LLC
11.1993 - 04.2025
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Winnesquam Regional High School
Journalism
Johnson State College
Wilderness Leadership Semester Program
Colorado Outward Bound School