Snowshoe Guide

Mt. Hood Meadows; Parkdale (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-Round Housing Rentals

Ski/Snowboard Season Pass

Lift access gift

Free Group Lessons

Discounted Tickets

Resort Discounts

Mountain Exchange Program

Industry Pro Deals

Affordable Employee Daycare

Special invites to industry retailers

Employee Assistance Program

Free Employee Transportation

Summer Job Connections

Team Wellness Programs

Team Appreciation Events

Job summary

Mt. Hood Meadows is seeking a Snowshoe Guide to lead guests on winter tours, ensuring they have an engaging outdoor experience. You'll provide instruction on snowshoeing, prepare trails, and support Nordic Center operations.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have strong communication and guest service skills, and enjoy outdoor work in winter conditions. Perks include ski passes and discounts on rentals. This part-time position offers a chance to share your love for the mountains while creating memorable

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Successful completion of Mt. Hood Meadows Snowshoe Guide Training.
• Comfortable working with and guiding diverse groups.
• Ability to provide own equipment for snowshoeing.
• Able to commit to work weekends and holidays during the season.

Responsibilities

• Lead guests on guided snowshoe tours.
• Demonstrate proper snowshoe use and provide basic instruction.
• Support daily Nordic Center operations.
• Assist with equipment rentals and guest check-in.

Skills

Communication skills

Guest service skills

Ability to work independently

Friendly demeanor

Reliability

Job description

Position Overview

Lead guests beyond the beaten path and help them experience Mt. Hood in a whole new way! As a Snowshoe Guide at Mt. Hood Meadows, you’ll lead guests of all ages on guided snowshoe tours through the mountain environment, sharing the experience while helping guests feel comfortable, engaged, and connected to the outdoors.

You’ll lead individuals and groups along designated snowshoe routes, demonstrate proper snowshoe use, provide basic instruction, and prepare trails before tours. You’ll also support daily Nordic Center operations, assist with equipment rentals and guest check-in, and work closely with other departments to keep tours running safely and smoothly.

If you enjoy being outside, working with people, and sharing your enthusiasm for the mountain, this is a great opportunity to turn that passion into a rewarding seasonal role. Spend your winter exploring Mt. Hood, introducing guests to snowshoeing, and helping create memorable mountain experiences, even for those who don’t ski or snowboard.

This is a part-time, seasonal position

Qualifications & Experience

• 18 years of age or older
• Successful completion of Mt. Hood Meadows Snowshoe Guide Training
• Strong communication and guest service skills
• Friendly, helpful demeanor with a desire to create awesome guest experiences
• Ability to work independently
• Comfortable working with and guiding diverse groups, including youth
• Desire to work outdoors in all winter conditions
• Ability to provide own equipment for snowshoeing
• Track record of reliability and timeliness
• Able to commit to work weekends and holidays during the tour season

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience teaching or leading groups
• Experience guiding snowshoeing or other winter sports
• Comfort with MHM rental procedures (Sahale and Nordic)
• Familiarity with MHM resort layout and trail systems
• Bilingual or multilingual
• Ability to teach Classic and Skate skiing (may qualify for full-time Nordic instructor status)

Compensation:

• Starting Wage: $20.00 - $21.00 hourly

Perks:

• Year-Round Housing Rentals.Subject to Availability
• Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents
• Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
• Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
• Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
• Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
• Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
• Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)

• Affordable Employee Daycare - ERDC Eligible

• Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
• Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
• Access to Team Wellness Programs
• Team Appreciation Events/Dinners

Videos:

• Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel