DepartmentDownhill Snow Sports SchoolStatus: Full Time (FTS) & Part Time (PT) Seasonal PositionsReports To: Area/Program Supervisors, Lead Snow Sport InstructorEmployment: Full Time Dec 5 2026 – Mar 31 2027, Part Time Dec 19 2026 – Mar 3 2027OverviewCypress Mountain is hiring Snow Sport Instructors for the 2026/27 winter season. Join the Snow Sports School and get paid to share your passion for Snow Sports while delivering exceptional learning experiences for guests of all ages.SummaryA Snow Sport Instructor is responsible for delivering safe, engaging, and high quality ski and or snowboard lessons to children, youth, and adults across a variety of lesson types. Instructors play a key role in creating positive guest experiences by providing professional instruction, excellent customer service, and maintaining a safe and welcoming learning environment.Snow Sport Instructors are expected to work collaboratively with peers and leadership, follow Snow School standards and procedures, and contribute positively to Snow School culture and operations throughout the season.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesDeliver exceptional private, single-day group, and multi-day lessons to adults and children.Teach a variety of lesson types and programs while adhering to Cypress Mountain & Boyne Resorts Snow Sports standards and those established by relevant national certifying bodies or accepted equivalents.Meet and greet guests; determine lesson goals and set achievable objectives.Host and supervise guests as they navigate on and off snow amenities, including rentals, guest services, and occasional mealtimes.Supervise youth program participants during lunch periods.Complete end of lesson report cards and transfer of care procedures, including sign out and delivery of lesson summaries to guests and or parents guardians as appropriate.Assist with learning area set up, tear down, maintenance, and special events as required.Provide additional on snow support during peak periods to ensure smooth program delivery.Actively uphold Duty of Care, the Alpine Responsibility Code, Emergency Response Procedures and all applicable Safe Work Procedures.Participate in Cypress Mountain’s Occupational Health and Safety Program, including department training and pre shift safety meetings.Promptly report hazards, near misses,



and injuries.Embrace and demonstrate the company’s core values in every interaction: Kindness Respect and Professionalism; Long Term Thinking Excellence in Execution Attitude is Everything Develop Great People and Serve First.Qualifications & CompetenciesAbility to work effectively with children ages 3 plus, youth, and adults.Professional reliable punctual safety minded and team oriented.Strong communication skills and willingness to learn and develop as an instructor.Ability to ski or snowboard for extended periods in variable weather conditions.Ability to lift carry and maneuver equipment as required.Comfortable working outdoors in cold snowy rainy and changing alpine environments.Ability to stand walk kneel and assist guests on uneven terrain.Certificates Licenses RegistrationsMinimum CSIA PSIC CASI Level 1 Certification or recognized foreign equivalent and good standing within the certifying organization.Minimum 16 years of age or older at hire to meet BCESA and ability to work alone while supervising others in an alpine environment.Clear Police Information Check Vulnerable Sector Screening from April 2025 or more recent.Legal ability to work in Canada.Availability Seasonal CommitmentLate November to Early April weather and business volume dependent.Availability during Winter Holidays is a requirement of employment.Full Time minimum 64 days available and 52 days worked within the instruction period:15 days over holiday periods Winter Break and Family Day Weekend.10 Peak Days weekends in January and February.4 consistent days including 1 weekend day across the regular season Jan 2 to Mar 14.Some early and late season work may be available on a casual on call basis.Part Time minimum 18 days available and 12 days worked within the instruction period excluding sick days or subsequent RDOs:Minimum 8 peak or holiday days.10 consistent weekends evenings or night days.Call offs count toward shift worked.Onboarding OrientationAttend at least two 6 hour in person training and orientation seminars or acceptable alternative held at Cypress Mountain Snow School in late November or early December.Complete all online training and submit required work including eligibility documents prior to first day of work.Seasonal Scheduling Hours of WorkSnow Sport Instructor schedules are operationally driven.Team members can expect higher shift availability during peak season periods including Winter Holidays and weekends in January and February.As seasonal business levels taper in late winter and spring available shifts may decrease after mid March Cypress Mountain may only be able to offer part time equivalent hours including to instructors hired into full time seasonal positions.While Cypress Mountain Snow School strives to offer meaningful employment to all team members work schedules and hours are not guaranteed and are based on weather conditions guest demand operational needs and individual availability.Wage Perks PerksBase Instructor Rates By Certification Level Additional Hourly Bonuses per hour:Level 1 $19.50 per hourLevel 2 $22.50 per hourLevel 3 $25.50 per hourLevel 4 $32.50 per hourDual discipline park or adaptive certificationsRelevant experienceSecond language fluency for eligible languagesMountain loyaltyRequest Private Bonus $15 to $20 per requested private instruction hourEnjoy unlimited all mountain access to skiing snowboarding cross country snowshoeing and snow tubing.Sharpen your skills with free lessons.Save with exclusive team member discounts in rentals retail and F&B; outlets.Enjoy skiing riding perks at sister resorts and other reciprocal mountains.Connect through fun team events and social activities all season long.Grow your career with hands on learning opportunities.Work on the biggest local mountain.Ride the best snow and terrain.Be part of a one of a kind mountaintop workplace where you will create life long memories.Equal Opportunity Employer StatementCypress Mountain is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive respectful and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and strive to foster a Snow Sports School environment where diverse backgrounds perspectives and experiences are valued and supported.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Ski & Snowboard Instructors – Winter 2026/27 - C$19.5 An Hour - Part Time (Winnipeg)
🏢 Cypress Mountain
📍 Winnipeg