What are the responsibilities and job description for the MOUNTAIN BIKE INSTRUCTOR position at Park City Municipal Corporation?
SALARY RANGE $21.12-$32.64 PER HOUR (D.O.E.)
JOB SUMMARY
The Park City Recreation Department is seeking a dynamic self-starter to work as a seasonal mountain bike guide and instructor. The ideal applicant will promote a safe and fun environment, enjoy working outdoors and have knowledge & experience in the sport of enduro, cross-country, downhill and/or freeride mountain biking. This position requires an instructor who is available to work varied hours on weekday mornings and/or early evenings, part-time from June to September. Mountain bike instructors assist with and supervise youth and/or adults in recreational mountain biking programs, they interact with the public, and they provide instruction and information on trails, etiquette, safety, and the sport of mountain biking.
JOB DUTIES
Guides, instructs, and assists a variety of youth and adult mountain biking programs.
Informs participants of basic trail etiquette and safety protocol prior to ride.
Performs basic mountain bike safety checks on participants bikes prior to ride and ensures the safety of program participants at all times.
Responsible for keeping groups together and motivated while on the trail.
Performs basic on-trail maintenance if needed ex. adjusting seat, putting chains back in place if they come off; assists with the maintenance and upkeep of program equipment.
Directs proper behavior and settles disputes among youth participants.
Educates participants on proper and safe mountain biking skills and techniques.
Maintains attendance for each class session and submit rosters to supervisor after sessions.
Communicates progress with individual participants.
Communicates clearly with Recreation Division Manager regarding schedule, equipment or facility needs or issues.
Prepares program equipment and supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Previous mountain biking experience.
CPR & AED certification or ability to obtain.
First aid certification or ability to obtain.
Valid Utah Drivers License.
Preferred:
Previous teaching experience.
Mountain Bike Instructor Certification.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, hike, drive, talk and hear.
The employee is occasionally required to use hands handle or operate objects, controls, or tools.
Ability to climb and pull own weight in and out of equipment.
Must be able to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Salary : $21 - $33