What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ski Instructor position at Powder?
Company Background
Powder is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 12,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. We are striving to be the premier place of being and doing, a destination that fuses outdoor recreation with a cultural and hospitality program that connects visitors with a deeper sense of self and purpose. Our core values come to life in a unique and natural setting of unparalleled beauty.
We’re looking for Big-Hearted Champions who are passionate about outdoor recreation, art, and meaningful connection. Together, we're crafting a one-of-a-kind, multi-season destination that seamlessly blends outdoor art, exhilarating recreation, and exceptional hospitality. If you’re an enthusiastic, caring team player who strives for excellence—and always tries to do the right thing, even when no one is watching—you’ll fit right in at Powder.
We Are:
Big-hearted: passionate, warm, joyful, and generous. We’re champions: tenacious, intolerant of mediocrity, and constantly seeking feedback. These values make us who we are and help drive us to fulfill our purpose: to spark wonder.
Our Commitment to Equality
Together we are one team, not an "us vs. them" mentality. We are focused on being a progressive employer with pay equity, inclusion, while building diverse team.
Title: Certified Ski Instructor
Department: Sports & Recreation
Status: Seasonal (FT & PT)
Reporting To: Ski & Snowboard School Senior Manager
Position Overview:
Join us for an incredible experience as a Powder Mountain Professional Instructor!
We are transforming ourselves into a one-of-a-kind resort experience – with fresh powder lines and an uncrowded Ski and Snowboard School Experience. You will enjoy top of industry pay, unparalleled training opportunities and the luxury of uncrowded class sizes on an uncrowded mountain. We will provide the opportunity and resources to support you in your career aspirations – no matter how large or small. If you are a growth minded professional instructor, come reach your full potential at Powder Mountain.
You will be earning a highly competitive wage while teaching our guests on our beautiful 10,000 acres. After a day with the Ski & Snowboard School we anticipate our guests to have the same love for Powder Mountain that we have exemplified since 1972!
Don’t miss out! Join the new Powder Mountain Ski and Snowboard School today!
This application is specific to non-returning, new-to Powder Mountain Ski and Snowboard School candidates that have a Level 1 PSIA (or equivalent) certification or above.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be team-oriented and laser focused on providing a positive guest experience on the mountain and in Powder Mountain facilities
- Demonstrate skilled skiing and teaching techniques while exhibiting safety best practices
- Create a safe and fun learning environment
- Teach a variety of lessons including first timers, adults and children
- Pro-actively engage with guests during the check in process to build a trusting rapport
- Provide guest feedback that encourages new skiers and drives a desire to return to Powder Mountain
- Ensure guests are equipped appropriately with matched ski equipment and safety devices
Requirements and/or Qualifications:
- Ability to ski safely on blue terrain
- Previous experience in guest services role as a ski or snowboard instructor or in the ski industry – preferred
- Positive, fun, creative mindset, with ability to discuss the uniqueness of Powder Mountain
- Ability to uphold the highest levels of guest safety during inclement weather, in 9000 altitude, and variable snow conditions
- 18 years of age and ability to pass background check
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Desire to work with guests of all ages for up to 7 hours
- High School Diploma or equivalent - preferred
- Minimum of Level 1 PSIA - AASI Certification, or equivalent - highly preferred
- Crossover certification and experience - preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50lbs or assist guests onto chair lifts and into standing positions
- Full range of body movements
- Reach, push, pull, lift, and carry objects that may be heavy (40 lbs)
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and twisting
- Walk on even/uneven/slippery terrain
- Climb/descend stairs/ladders
- Manual dexterity to operate manual tools and power equipment on a constant basis
- Safely handle hazardous materials
Working Environment:
The work environment is primarily in an outdoor environment. Work is performed outside consisting of extreme temperatures, loud sounds that may be distracting and in inclement weather (rain, snow, ice) at high altitude (9,000 feet). This role will see sun and wind exposure on a daily basis