Nordic Center Agent and Instructor

Manning Park Resort; Princeton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Rent – Bi-weekly Utilities of $0?

Free Seasonal Activities Pass

Free Rentals & Lessons

Regular Grocery Pick Up Service

Food & Retail Discounts

Job summary

Manning Park Resort is seeking a Nordic Center Agent & Instructor for the winter season in British Columbia. You will plan and host snowshoe and Nordic ski tours, demonstrate techniques, monitor safety, and help guests enjoy unforgettable snow experiences.

This seasonal role runs December through April, with opportunities to cross-train in other departments. Benefits include free rent, a seasonal activities pass, rentals and lessons, groceries pickup, and store discounts.

Qualifications

• Nordic skiing experience (skate or classic) is required.
• Possess or obtain a valid CANSI Certification at season start.
• Valid First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain before/start season.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Approachable, dependable and a strong team player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent physical condition; outdoor work in adverse weather and manual labor.
• May assist in other departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and host snowshoe and Nordic Ski tours for individuals and groups.
• Demonstrate and instruct Snowshoe and Nordic Ski techniques.
• Monitor safety and provide first aid when required.
• Patrol Nordic trails and enforce safety rules.
• Maintain Nordic trails, snowshoe trails, skating rink, and sledding areas.
• Prepare supplies for Snowshoe, Skate and Nordic rentals and lessons.
• Maintain and repair Nordic sports equipment.
• Sell trail passes and handle POS transactions.
• Discuss and sell retail products.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Outdoor work

Fast-paced environment

Education

CANSI Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Do you love exploring and playing in the outdoors, making new friends, hanging around the campfire, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, snowboarding, skiing, and snowshoeing? Well, we have that, and more. Manning Park Resort is a year-round resort located between Hope and Princeton, BC. If you are ready to leave the hustle and bustle of city life, and enjoy outdoor fun and adventure, this is a great place to work. Staff housing is available, so your dream of living in the mountains is part of your adventure at Manning Park Resort.

We are presently searching for our next great Nordic Center Agent & Instructor. If you can provide our guests with an amazing winter experience, combined with working as an energetic part of our team, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities include: (but not limited to)

• Plan and host snowshoe & Nordic Ski tours and guided activities for individuals and groups.
• Demonstrate and instruct Snowshoe & Nordic Ski (Classic & Skate Ski) activities and techniques.
• Monitor Nordic activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required.
• Patrol Nordic Ski trails to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required.
• Enforce safety rules and regulations and ensure that all safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain Nordic trails, snowshoe trails, skating rink, and sledding areas.
• Assemble supplies and equipment for Snowshoe, Skate & Nordic Ski rentals, lessons.
• Maintain and carry out repairs on Nordic sports equipment.
• Sell trail passes and handle transactions using the Point of Sale (POS) system.
• Discuss and sell retail products.

Job Requirements / Qualifications:

• Previous Nordic skiing experience (Skate or Classic) is required.
• Possess or willing to obtain a valid CANSI Certification at the start of the season.
• Valid First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain before or at the start of the season.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Must be approachable, dependable and a strong team player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent physical condition; ability to work in outdoor, adverse weather conditions and perform manual labor.
• To meet seasonal demands, you may be required to assist in other departments as needed.

This is a Seasonal Position; you must be able to commit to the role for the full Winter Season (December-April). As a seasonal team member, you may be presented with opportunities to cross train and support in other departments to meet seasonal demands.

Benefits:

• Free Rent - Bi-weekly Utilities of $170 (Including water, hydro, waste & heat)
• Free Seasonal Activities Pass (Alpine & Nordic in Winter, Boathouse in Summer)
• Free Rentals & Lessons (Alpine & Nordic in Winter, Boathouse in Summer)
• Regular Grocery Pick Up Service
• Food & Retail Discounts in our Country Store, Pinewoods Restaurant, Bears Den Pub & Daylodge

Be Your Natural Self

At Manning Park Resort, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and nature-focused workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on experience, qualifications, and fit.

Join us and help make a difference.