North Shore Rescue is conducting a search that has nothing to do with hikers or skiers who have gone missing in the mountains.

A number of looming retirements has NSR looking for eight new members to join the 60-person volunteer search and rescue squad.

Trainees are expected to commit about 300 hours a year. Physical ability is a major asset but the role requires a wide-ranging skill set, which is outlined on the NSR website.

North Shore Rescue has approximately 60 volunteer members. (North Shore Rescue)

"From rope rescue, to medical, to winter travel, to helicopter operations — you name it," said NRS spokesperson Mike Danks. "Anyone that's out there that loves the outdoors, that's community-oriented, we'd really love to hear from you."

North Shore Rescue is coming off an especially busy season, having completed a near-record number of rescues in the popular North Shore mountains.

Its new recruit application process closes April 18.

With files from Tanya Fletcher