Snowsports Pro (Children's Program)

Mohawk; Cornwall (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mohawk Mountain Ski Area, Inc. is seeking a Ski/Snowboard/Programs Instructor for seasonal, full-/part-time shifts in Cornwall, CT. Instructors will provide safe, fun lessons, host guests, and support learning center zones.

Applicants should be able to communicate with customers and ski/snowboard at an intermediate level or higher. Weekend and holiday work is required; gear rental/ownership may be needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with customers.
• Ability to ski and/or snowboard at an intermediate level or above.

Responsibilities

• Instruct customers on skiing/snowboarding skills.
• Teach skier etiquette and safe on-hill behavior.
• Be a friendly, helpful host to mountain guests in uniform.
• Assist with setup and takedown of learning center zones.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Snowsports Manager.

Skills

Customer communication

Ski/snowboard intermediate

Job description

EOE Statement Mohawk Mountain Ski Area, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on Mohawk Mountain. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the
application process.
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Category Snowsports Discovery Center

Description

The Snowsports Pro provides a positive, fun, and safe environment for skiers/snowboarders to build skills. Snowsports pros are responsible for the customer experience during lessons and being ambassadors for Mohawk Mountain whenever they are in uniform. Reports to Snowsports Supervisor, Snowsports Manager.

Essential Duties

• Instructs customers on the skills of skiing/snowboarding
• Teaches skier etiquette and safe on-hill behavior
• Friendly and helpful host to mountain guests
• Assists with the set-up and take-down of learning center zones
• Other duties as assigned by the Managerof Snowsports

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Is able to effectively communicate with customers
• Is able to ski and/or snowboard at an intermediate level or above

Special Considerations

• Must be able to work for extended periods outside in all weather conditions
• Must be able to stand and work for extended periods
• Must work weekends and holidays
• Must be able to bend and lift up to 50lbs
• Must own or rent appropriate ski/snowboard gear
• Must have reliable transportation for circumstances of inclement weather

Training

• Pre-season online or in-person meeting for mountain policies and procedures
• Pre-season training on & off snow

Wage Range $17.50-$22

Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal

Shift Various Shifts

Position Ski/Snowboard/Programs Instructor (Multi Title)

Number of Openings 1

About the Organization For over 75 years, Mohawk Mountain has provided a classic New England ski and snowboard experience to generations of winter sports enthusiasts. Well known for its expertly made and maintained snow, Mohawk Mountain is also the birthplace of modern snowmaking. Mohawk Mountain, your first stop for a true mountain experience.

This position is currently accepting applications.