What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non-Certified Ski/Snowboard Instructor - Winter 2026-27 Season position at Camelback Resort?
Job Title: Ski/Snowboard Instructor
Department: Ski School
Reports to: Ski School Manager
Share your passion for skiing and snowboarding while creating unforgettable memories for our guests on the mountain! As a Ski & Snowboard Instructor, you’ll have the opportunity to teach guests of all ages, build their confidence, and help them experience the excitement of the slopes in a fun and safe environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Instruct groups and/or individuals in a fun lesson format.
- Teach proper technique, appropriate to the ability level of the guest.
- Promote safety and give guests knowledge to remain safe while they ski/ride.
Participate in clinics and complimentary skiing/riding to ensure constant improvement of personal skills.
- Follow directions from supervisors to ensure the success of the ski school program.
- Greet guests and direct guests to proper lesson locations.
- Assist the Ski/Snowboard School Supervisor daily in all other Ski/Snowboard School functions as required.
- Complying with all Company and departmental safety standards.
- Complying with Company and departmental dress code.
- Adhering to the Customer Service Standards of Camelback Resort as well as all Company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Adhering to seasonal and daily Service Guidelines and Checklists.
- Communicating effectively with all members of the Camelback Resort team.
- Participating in the business planning process for the department and the resort.
- Actively supporting all Company initiatives.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Leadership, problem solving, organizational and communication skills required.
- Able to work well with others required.
- Strong customer service skills required.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to adapt and take direction.
- Must successfully complete instructor training (provided by Camelback).
- Patience, and a love of the outdoors and teaching.
- Must be capable of skiing/riding for prolonged periods of time.
- Exposure to extreme temperatures and weather should be expected as work will occur outdoors.
- Weekend and holiday availability is required as well as flexibility with the work schedule.
- During peak seasons, the schedule may require a work week schedule over 40 hours per week, including nights.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of our guests.
- Ability to work in a fun, fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to speak and read the English language, additional languages a plus.
Perks/Benefits:
- Complimentary access to Camelbeach, Camelback, Aquatopia, local amusement parks and more Plus, great friends & family perks.
- Paid Training to gain skills, knowledge, and experience for professional development.
- Not to be missed employee events throughout the season.
- Referral Bonuses – invite your friends to work with you!
- Competitive wages and advancement opportunities.
- Interact with people from all over the world!
- Next day pay, through PayActiv.
- Tuition Reimbursement*
- Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K*
- Vacation and PTO*
*Full-Time status benefits
This job description is to be considered a general outline of the duties and responsibilities of this position and is subject to changes and revisions by Camelback Resort at any time. Responsibilities are listed as guidelines only and the job is not necessarily limited to these specifications.