Seasonal (Seasonal)
Working at Big Bear Mountain Resort puts you in the middle of it all, with some of the West Coast's best skiing/snowboarding and mountain biking terrain at your doorstep and Southern California's iconic beaches, deserts, and landscapes all within driving distance.
Big Bear Mountain Resort is Southern California's year-round home for alpine good times with three mountains - Bear Mountain, Snow Summit, and Snow Valley - offering something for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, from world-class skiing, snowboarding, and sledding/tubing in the winter to mountain biking, hiking, base area activities, and golf in the summer, plus a full slate of can't-miss events throughout the year.
Renowned for being some of the industry's most innovative and influential destinations, Big Bear Mountain Resort features the most rideable terrain in Southern California, as well as the region's only halfpipes and highest lift-served peak (8,805 feet), the first terrain park in North America (Bear Mountain, 1992), the longest continually operating resort (Snow Valley, est.
1924), and site of the first Winter X Games (Snow Summit, 1997).
Located in the San Bernardino Mountains, Big Bear Mountain Resort is owned by Alterra Mountain Company and is an Ikon Pass member destination.
Big Bear Mountain Resort is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, approximately 100 miles from Los Angeles and Orange County and 150 miles from San Diego.
As the home of Southern California's best snow conditions, most rideable terrain, and premier lift-served bike park, Big Bear Mountain Resort employees are able to enjoy three unique mountains and are eligible to receive retail and food discounts, season passes for dependents, and ski free at Alterra Mountain resorts.
Employee perks/benefits:
Free season pass
Lift tickets for friends & family
Free skiing at other Alterra Mountain Company owned resorts (excluding CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures)
Discounted lift tickets at Ikon Pass partner resorts*
Retail and Rental discounts
Food & Beverage discounts
Free staff ski/snowboard lessons
Exclusive employee and family events
Free local bus pass: mountaintransit.
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401(k) savings plan
Employee Assistance Programs
Sick Pay
*Career positions offer additional benefits.
POSITION SUMMARY
Analyzes performance and instructs youth in techniques and strategies to prepare them for skiing competitions.
Starting wage between $26.
50/hr.
- $29.
76/hr.
depending on experience.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
A current USSA member, with verifiable coaching experience
Must have a USSA Coaches Certification-Level 200, a PSIA Certification-Level 2, or equivalent International Certification
Have a valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record
A talented communicator having a calm and collective demeanor, especially during challenging operations.
Ability to operate equipment as needed
Capacity to read, write, understand and comply with documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
Able to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Follow all Company and Department Safety Policies and Procedures.
Attend orientations, training, and safety meetings, as well as exhibit the application and retention of all material presented.
Demonstrate the ability and willingness to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as further development of professional skills, abilities, and knowledge.
Exhibit willingness to perform other duties as assigned or assist in efforts outside of department as needed.
Observes ski racers while they perform to determine need for individual improvement.
Coaches ski racers individually and in groups, demonstrating techniques of ski racing.
Oversees practice of racers to instruct them in areas of deficiency.
Determines strategy during race, independently or in conference with other coaches, head coach, or program director based on factors affecting racing performance.
Interact with ski team members and parents on a professional level.
Ability and desire to learn and strive for the highest coaching standards.
Set up quality training environments: course, drills, safety equipment.
Must have an understanding of current US Ski & Snowboard and FIS rules.
Be a role model, and ready to share knowledge with other coaches.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Mental strain and fatigue may occasionally be caused by trying to resolve tenant issues, meeting deadlines, and balancing the wants and needs of the departmental staff.
Handling emergency situations and working in adverse weather conditions may cause additional mental strain.
Physical hazards include walking up and down steep stairways or driving on surfaces that may be wet/frozen and slippery, as well as exposure to fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases.
Physical strain may also be caused by lifting or movement of heavy objects, as well as repetitive fine motor activities.
Snow Summit LLC is an equal opportunity employer.