Join Our Team
Become part of a dedicated team of volunteer mountain rescue professionals
Thank you for your interest in joining the Everett Mountain Rescue Unit. We are a tight-knit passionate group of mountaineers dedicated to saving lives through mountain rescue.
We seek new volunteers who have a high degree of technical proficiency, experience, leadership skills and risk management to join our team. We are interested in candidates who work well in a team and who foster good communication, growth and respect. EMRU encourages candidates from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities to apply.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for membership in Everett Mountain Rescue Unit you need to meet the following requirements:
Mountaineering Experience
At least 3 years of mountaineering/climbing experience beyond classes and guided trips
Technical Skills
Safely able to travel on glaciated and low fifth class alpine terrain
Time Commitment
Prepared to make a significant time commitment to training and missions
Age Requirement
18 or older (under 18 can join our Explorer SAR unit)
Background Check
Able to pass a background check by the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office
Growth Mindset
Embraces change and seeks to create an inclusive and equitable environment
Recommended Training Organizations
Technical skills can be developed through reputable organizations such as:
Time Commitment
The amount of time you'll have to dedicate is not trivial. As a prospective member, you need to attend at least three of our monthly meetings. This will give you a chance to meet members and give us a chance to talk to you.
To maintain active status, members must respond to missions and complete training. Missions often come at the most inopportune times — a rainy Sunday evening just as you are about to eat dinner is pretty typical.
Application Process
Ready to take the next step? Here's how the application process works:
Attend Meetings
Attend at least three monthly meetings to meet members and learn about EMRU
Receive Application
Qualified prospective members receive a link to the online application
Apply
Include two mountaineering/climbing references with your application
Rolling Review
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year
Ready to Get Started?
If you are interested in joining EMRU, the next step is to attend a meeting.
For membership questions, contact us at membership@everettmountainrescue.org
Under 18? Check out our Explorer SAR unit for youth opportunities in search and rescue.