instructor, sports

Whistler Blackcomb; Whistler; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

On-site recreation and activities

Wellness program

Job summary

Whistler Blackcomb is seeking qualified instructors to lead and demonstrate athletic and fitness activities at our ski centre in Whistler, British Columbia.

Candidates must have relevant certifications, a strong background in communication, and the ability to work on-site in extreme weather conditions. Benefits include dental, healthcare, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Certification needed for snowboard and ski instruction.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques.
• Train staff and lead groups.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Leading/instructing groups

Excellent oral communication

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Initiative

Reliability

Team player

Education

Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI) Certification

Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance Certification

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

• Leading/instructing groups
• Excellent oral communication

Languages: English

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work Requirements

On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. No option to work remotely.

Work Environment

• Outdoors
• Wet/damp
• Extremely cold

Work Setting

• Ski centre/resort

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques
• Train staff
• Leading/instructing groups
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed

Credentials

• Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI) Certification
• Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance Certification

Additional Information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other Benefits

• On‑site recreation and activities
• Wellness program

Equal Employment Opportunity

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self‑identifying as a member of these groups:

• Support for persons with disabilities – participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities
• Support for youths – offers on‑the‑job training tailored to youth; offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Support for Indigenous people – participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people; develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous‑owned businesses and organizations