Bike Instructor

Summitbsa; Glen Jean (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing in Staff Camp

Summit Staff Uniform

Job summary

Summitbsa in Glen Jean, WV seeks staff to repair and maintain MTB/BMX inventory and to engage guests with safe, enjoyable riding experiences. The role may involve working with one area or rotating across MTB and BMX facilities, including instruction and supervision on trails.

Applicants should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and ride for long periods, and be willing to join Scouting America. Housing and a Summit Staff Uniform are provided as part of the staff program.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18+
• Proficiency riding a mountain bike
• Preferred: Experience maintaining, riding mountain bikes or teaching MTB
• Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Responsibilities

• Present the MTB/BMX program and ensure riders have a safe and enjoyable experience
• Assist in the set up and takedown of the BMX/MTB trails, tracks, and other facilities
• Properly inspect, appropriately use, and maintain all bikes, equipment, and supplies
• Guide and sweep biking groups on trails and observe biking on BMX tracks
• Demonstrate proper riding technique and instruction to guests
• Turn paperwork into supervisor timeline and accurately
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Skills

Mountain biking

MS Teams

MTB maintenance

Job description

Position Overview

Repairs and maintains the mountain bike and/or BMX inventory. Staff may be assigned to either one mountain bike or BMX area or move equally between all of them.

Key Responsibilities

• Present the MTB/BMX program and ensure riders have a safe and enjoyable experience
• Assist in the set up and takedown of the BMX/MTB trails, tracks, and other facilities
• Properly inspect, appropriately use, and maintain all bikes, equipment, and supplies
• Guide and sweep biking groups on trails and observe biking on BMX tracks
• Demonstrate proper riding technique and instruction to guests
• Turn paperwork into supervisor timeline and accurately
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18+
• Proficiency riding a mountain bike
• Preferred: Experience maintaining, riding mountain bikes or teaching MTB
• Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Physical & Practical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and bike up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines
• Housing: 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours: 45-55

Desired Traits

• High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
• Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
• Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds