Snow Sports School Instructor - Seasonal

Snow Sports School Instructor - Seasonal Job Purpose

The Snow Sports Instructors are passionate about skiing and snowboarding and teaching others to love our sport. Snow Sports Instructors teach ski and snowboard classes in our private, group, and adult programs.

This is a seasonal position Oct 17, 2025 - April 14, 2026. Status:

Part Time

• Uphold the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions in a fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment.
• Clearly and accurately instruct assigned levels of skiing or snowboarding to students, both physically and verbally.
• Assist guests to load and unload the chairlift.
• Communicate instructions and help guests back to their feet during a lesson.
• Work with guests of all ages and abilities.
• When working with children: supervise children in class at all times, assist at lunch and snack times, and ensure return of children to identified guardian.
• When working with children: assist in operational responsibilities of Ski & Snowboard programs including but not limited to registration process, directing guests to appropriate equipment fitting source, upkeep of outdoor teaching areas, and cleanliness of facilities.
• Perform all other job duties as assigned.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School equivalent education.
• Successfully complete a training camp and observation day.
• Capable of comfortably skiing/snowboarding on groomed blue runs.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to emergency and other unplanned situations.
• Must be able to stand and walk on snow for extended periods of time; must be able to bend and squat.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must have experience working with people.
• Must have good guest service skills.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must work well in a team.
• Must successfully complete the background check.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in an alpine environment.
• Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow and provide directions.
• Meet one of our flexible scheduling options.

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Previous instructing experience preferred.

NA.

Computers, Smart Phones, Tablets, Alpine Ski and Snowboard.

• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and carry 50 yards.
• Must be able to work outside in temperatures below 32 degrees for up to 8 hours.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for up to 8 hours.
• Must have at least intermediate skiing/snowboarding ability.

• Drills and drill bits.
• Mats, cones, other teaching aids.
• Aerial and surface lifts.
• Skis or Snowboard.

• Harsh outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
• Noise level in the work environment may occasionally be loud.
• Regularly work near moving mechanical parts and exposed to outdoor weather conditions and vibration.

• Medical - PPO and HDHP options.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance.
• Group Term Life Insurance (company paid).
• Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid).

• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid Holidays.
• Volunteer Time-Off.
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Bereavement/Funeral.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Incentive Programs.
• Shift Differential Program.
• Tool Rewards Program.
• Safety shoe and glasses program.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness incentives.
• Company paid and provided uniforms.
• Training:
  In-House, Instructor-Led, and Online.

Marquette Mountain is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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