AIARE Instructor - Winter 25/26

Crystal Mountain•Enumclaw, WA

3d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

As an AIARE Instructor at Crystal Mountain, you will help execute avalanche education courses through the mountain. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic backcountry skier or splitboarder, possesses AIARE instructor status, and is excited to to welcome new recreational users to the backcountry setting. Instructors will assist the Course Leader in facilitating the course.

Requirements

Applicants must posses advanced ski/ride skills and backcountry touring skills.
Qualified to instruct AIARE courses (AIARE PRO 1 and ITC certification)
Valid WFR & CPR (or equivalent)
Comfort touring up groomed runs and off-piste backcountry terrain.

Responsibilities

Instruct AIARE courses in December, January, February, and March.
Assist the AIARE Course Leader with critical course operations.
Provide guest feedback and answer questions participants may raise.
Promote Leave No Trace (LNT) and USFS practices for minimizing visitor impacts and preserving the natural beauty of our surrounding environment.
Promote Crystal values and awareness of the resort uphill travel policy.
Contribute to a positive working environment
Maintain a safe, healthy, and secure working environment
Promote and ensure safe practices using all required PPE and adhering to proper safety protocols in all activities
Promote and market activity options to our guests
Attend daily pre-shift meetings and necessary trainings
Gather guest feedback and recommend improvements to management
Promote and maintain the highest level of customer service by anticipating the needs of our guests even before they realize what they need
Resolve guest complaints within scope of authority; otherwise refer the matter to management.
Notify supervisor of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, or alleged thefts.
Develop and maintain an organizational culture, values and reputation with staff and guests.
Ensure a positive, harmonious, compliant, and cooperative work environment.
Act as a representative of Crystal Mountain with guests & community members.
Abide by all Crystal Mountain employment guidelines.
High energy, positive attitude and excellent communication skills

Benefits

Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts) + Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
Discounts on Food & Beverage
Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
Free Crystal branded swag
Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
Discount Marketplace Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
Employee-only Night Skiing events
Employee Housing Available for eligible positions
Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
Group health insurance for eligible positions
401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment