Job Title: Snow School Volunteer - Instructor Development Program

Location: North Vancouver

Department: Snow School

Reports to: Supervisor, Snow School

Role Status: Part-time / Seasonal / Volunteer

About Us

Grouse Mountain offers a challenging and enjoyable work environment with a world of career opportunity. Our team is dedicated to Grouse Mountain's renowned excellence and its continued growth as Vancouver's premier mountain resort. In exchange for employee excellence, we offer a professional atmosphere, fantastic growth opportunities, unlimited outdoor recreation (including skiing and snowboarding) an inspiring setting and many unique employee privileges.Job Summary

Volunteers will work with certified instructors and assist with the children’s lesson programs in both our camps and Ski Wee departments. We are looking for individuals that enjoy working with kids and have a desire to learn more about the world of instructing as well as creating an amazing guest experience.

Essential Job Functions

Ensure the safety of the students you are assisting

Required to be punctual and adhere to the uniform requirements of the position. Required to attend pre-season department training.

Required to assist young riders on the lifts, assist the snow school classes on the trails, greet patrons and perform other duties as assigned.

Assist in operational responsibilities of relevant Kids' programs including but not limited to registration process and upkeep of outdoor teaching areas

Adapt to, support, and effectively deal with change and share learning opportunities with others

Arrive fit for work and take responsibility for your personal health and safety Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position reports directly to the Snow School Supervisors, no direct supervisory responsibilities are given.





Required Qualifications and Abilities Ability to be self-motivated with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Ability to confidently ride all trails at Grouse Mountain (required)

Ability to work as part of a team, and independently.

Able to repeatedly lift 20.4 kg (45 lbs.) comfortably.

Able to communicate verbally in a clear and concise manner.

Able to complete other physically demanding duties as required.

Able to work in all weather conditions.

Customer oriented.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Takes pride in their work.

Minimum of 14 years of age as of Dec 14, 2025.

Multilingual is an asset.

Working

Conditions

Hours of Operation are weather dependent. Due to the nature of the business, this position requires flexibility in terms of your work schedule. A variety of work schedules may include a variety of start times, including shifts on weekends and statutory holidays. Shifts require standing for long periods of time, lifting, twisting, shoveling and other forms of manual tasks.

Volunteer Perks Volunteer Mountain Access

Pass

Discounts at the resort’s restaurants, retail, and rental outlets

Excellent training and professional development Disclaimer The prior statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Prospect Employer

Northland Properties is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

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🏢 Grouse Mountain Resort
📍 North Vancouver