Live Where You Play: Spend Your Summer in Kananaskis! (Housing Available)

- Positions start mid-June with a flexible end date between the end of August and early November. _

Kananaskis Outfitters is an independently owned outdoor shop with our main location in Kananaskis Village and a seasonal Boathouse at Barrier Lake. We carry a variety of mountain lifestyle apparel along with rental gear and guided activities. During the warmer months, we rent mountain bikes, canoes, kayaks and SUPs. When the snow flies, we offer snowshoes, XC skis, ice skates and fat bikes.

Surrounded by a scenic mountain playground offering year-round adventures, we collaborate as a small, close-knit team to provide our customers with an enjoyable experience on and off the trails.

In our Shops

As a Retail & Rental Sales Associate, you'll play an essential role by:

- Delivering excellent customer service that is friendly, courteous and professional
- Sharing enthusiasm and knowledge about our offerings and local area activities
- Efficiently selling merchandise, rentals, and guided tours
- Outfitting guests with appropriate rental equipment and proper usage
- Performing basic maintenance and cleaning of rental equipment
- Creating attractive retail displays and maintaining overall shop presentation
- Organising and restocking the sales floor
- Accurately receiving and inputting new inventory
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the shops and various storage areas
- Assisting with projects and other daily task as needed

Ideal Qualities

- Professional: Friendly, approachable, and respectful demeanor in every interaction
- Collaborative:



Keen to cooperate and support others as part of a small, dynamic team
- Efficient: Prioritise competing demands during peak periods
- Proactive: Self-starter with initiative who can work independently
- Responsible: Careful attention to detail, shop policies, and safety protocols
- Dependable: Strong time management skills and reliability
- Adaptable: Remain flexible and positive in an ever-changing environment

Required

- Comfortable on your feet all day while safely lifting large/heavy items upwards of 50lbs (bikes, boats, and inventory) :

- Reliable vehicle to travel between our two shop locations and staff housing

The Perks...

- Staff Housing: Includes shared kitchen, living space, and backyard. No pets allowed.

Single Room $600/month + shared utilities: Small private room

Large Shared Room $800/month + shared utilities: Large private room with ensuite, suitable for a couple or friends

- Meals are available for a discount at the onsite cafeteria
- Access to all of our rental gear to aid in your explorations!
- Amazing deals on Patagonia, Tentree, Kuhl, Fjallraven and many more
- Partner perks with discounts on horseback riding, caving, rafting, and more
- Note: The Kananaskis Village is located a 45 minute drive to Canmore or a 1 hour drive to Cochrane or Calgary for groceries. _

Job Types : Full-time, Temporary Contract length: 2-4 months

Pay: $17.50-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 - 40 per week

Advantages :

- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Application question(s):

- Do you have reliable transportation?

Experience :

- retail sales: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Summer Retail & Rental Associate - Housing Available (Kananaskis)
🏢 Kananaskis Outfitters
📍 Kananaskis