NOW HIRING: Ski & Snowboard Instructor / Rental Shop Technician

Powder King Mountain Resort | Northern BC | Winter 2026–2027

Love the mountains? Turn your passion into your winter career!

Powder King Mountain Resort is looking for an enthusiastic, certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor who can also join our Rental Shop team for the upcoming winter season. If you love riding, enjoy helping people build confidence on the snow, and thrive in a fun, team-oriented environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

From helping first-timers discover their love for skiing and snowboarding to ensuring guests have the right equipment for an incredible day on the mountain, you'll play an important role in creating memorable Powder King experiences.

Join a team that shares your passion for mountain life, great snow, and exceptional guest service.

Why Work at Powder King?

- Get paid to do what you love! Spend your winter sharing your passion for skiing or snowboarding.
- Competitive pay: $20–$29 per hour, based on experience and certification.
- Earn more while instructing: Enjoy an additional hourly bonus when teaching lessons.
- Ride all season: Staff season’s pass included.
- Affordable accommodation options: Make your winter mountain experience easier and more accessible.
- Staff discounts: Save on select resort offerings.
- Live the mountain lifestyle: Work in a unique Northern BC ski resort surrounded by incredible snow, outdoor adventure, and people who love the mountains as much as you do.

The Opportunity

This is a full-time seasonal position running November through April, combining ski or snowboard instruction with rental shop operations. You'll enjoy a varied role that balances time helping guests develop their skills on the snow with hands-on work in our rental shop.

As a Ski or Snowboard Instructor, You Will:

- Deliver safe, engaging, and enjoyable lessons to students of all ages and abilities.
- Help guests build confidence, improve their technique, and achieve their personal goals.
- Provide constructive feedback and helpful tips for continued progression.
- Create a welcoming, positive learning environment that keeps guests excited to return.
- Prioritize safety and promptly report any accidents or injuries.





As a Rental Shop Technician, You Will:

- Help guests select, fit, and adjust ski and snowboard equipment for a safe, comfortable experience.
- Inspect, maintain, clean, and organize rental equipment.
- Identify equipment requiring repair or replacement.
- Assist guests with retail purchases and provide knowledgeable product recommendations.
- Operate the point-of-sale system, process payments, and complete opening and closing duties.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming rental shop.

Above All, You'll:

- Deliver outstanding guest service and represent the Powder King brand with pride.
- Be a positive, reliable teammate who contributes to a supportive work workplace.
- Bring energy, professionalism, and a solutions-focused attitude to every shift.
- Help create the kind of mountain experience that makes guests want to come back.

What We're Looking For

You don't just love the mountains — you love helping others experience them, too.

Our ideal candidate is enthusiastic, dependable, safety-conscious, and passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences.

Required qualifications:

- Minimum Level 1 certification through the Canadian Ski Instructors' Alliance (CSIA) or Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI), in the relevant discipline.
- Strong skiing or snowboarding ability.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
- A positive attitude and a strong commitment to teamwork.
- The ability to build effective working relationships across resort departments.

Experience that will help you stand out:

- Previous ski or snowboard instruction experience.
- Rental shop or ski/snowboard equipment technician experience.
- Cash handling and point-of-sale experience.
- Solid technical knowledge of ski or snowboard equipment.
- Higher-level instructor certifications.





We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, embraces new challenges, and is always looking for ways to make the guest experience even better.

Compensation & Employment Details

- Hourly wage: $20–$29, depending on experience and certification.
- Additional earning potential: Hourly bonus while instructing.
- Employment type: Full-time, seasonal.
- Season: November–April.
- Location: Powder King Mountain Resort, Northern British Columbia.
- Work setting: On-site, in person.

Higher certification levels and relevant experience can mean higher earning potential.

Ready to Make This Your Winter?

If you're a certified ski or snowboard instructor who wants more than just a job — a chance to ride, teach, grow your skills, and become part of a passionate mountain team — we'd love to hear from you!

Bring your skills, your enthusiasm, and your love for the snow to Powder King Mountain Resort.

Apply today and make the 2026–2027 winter season one to remember!

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GET PAID TO LIVE THE MOUNTAIN LIFE!

Powder King Mountain Resort is hiring a Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor / Rental Shop Technician for Winter 2026–2027!

$20–$29/hour + additional hourly bonus while instructing
Staff season’s pass
Affordable accommodation options
Full-time seasonal work from November to April
An incredible Northern BC mountain experience with a team that lives and breathes snow!

We're looking for a strong skier or snowboarder with at least a Level 1 CSIA or CASI certification, a passion for helping others progress, and the customer service skills to make every guest's day exceptional.

Love the snow? Enjoy working with people? Want to spend your winter doing something you love?

Your next winter adventure starts at Powder King. Apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00-$29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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