Hybrid Nordic Instructor bei Powdr

Location: Nederland, Colorado

Eldora is the backyard winter mountain playground for Greater Denver, Boulder County, and Colorado's northern Front Range. Eldora is located just outside of the charming mountain town of Nederland, Colorado, about 20 miles west of Boulder and less than 50 miles from downtown Denver.

Eldora strives to deliver Colorado’s Front Range the most memorable outdoor adventures to locals and out-of-town visitors.   Eldora Mountain Resort employs up to 700 employees at peak season and has 680 acres of lift-accessible terrain for skiing and snowboarding, including a Woodward Mountain Park experience, and a world class Nordic Center.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!

• Free employee season pass and discounted dependent(s) season pass

• Free and discounted friends & family day passes

• Free RTD EcoPass

• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)

• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting

• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & Colorado Ski Country resorts

• 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts (out of state & out of country)

Job Summary: Are you passionate about sharing your love of Nordic skiing with others? At the Eldora Nordic Center, our instructors play a vital role in creating an unforgettable experience for our guests. Whether you're teaching classic or skate techniques or assisting with rental gear, you'll be part of a dedicated team that thrives on fostering a supportive and vibrant community. Join us in inspiring guests of all ages & abilities and help them discover the joy of Nordic skiing in the Front Range’s local winter wonderland.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

• Instruct guests in both classic and skate techniques through group and private lessons, helping skiers of all ages and abilities progress at their own pace. 

• Demonstrate Nordic skills on snow — from warm-ups and drills to technique demos — so guests can see, try, and build their own abilities. 

• Create a fun, supportive, and safe learning environment where guests feel encouraged and confident. 

• Provide clear, constructive feedback so guests leave with a sense of progress and achievement. 

• Adapt to conditions and learners, adjusting teaching style for different experience levels, weather, and snow. 

• Assist guests with rental gear by guiding them through equipment selection, fitting, and proper use of skis, poles, and boots. 

• Keep developing your own Nordic skills by participating in our free, ongoing instructor clinics. 

• Stay connected — instructors must be able to access daily schedules and company notices electronically. 

• Lead by example in safety, professionalism, and excellent guest service on and off the trails. 

• All employees are expected to support Eldora’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment by participating in our Sustainable Transportation Program. This includes choosing alternative transportation, carpooling, using the employee shuttle, and avoiding onsite parking on weekends and peak days. These actions help reduce Scope 3 emissions, lead by example, and ensure adequate parking for our guests. 

• Be part of the team when it matters most — instructors must be available on weekends and holidays during the season.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of Eldora, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.

• This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes.  

Specific Job Skills:

• High school degree or equivalent.

• Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring in any athletic discipline. 

• Able to demonstrate classic and skate techniques.

• Familiar with Nordic ski waxing fundamentals.

• Current PSIA-AASI certification(s).

Physical Demands:

• Bending, reaching, climbing, pushing, pulling & prolonged standing.

• Eye/hand coordination & visual concentration on equipment.

• Concentrated reading and writing.

• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.  

• Variation in temperature from hot to cold.

Schedule:

• Non-Peak Days (M-F): 830AM – 400PM

• Peak Days (Sa/Sun/Holidays): 830AM – 400PM

• Non-Peak Days (M-F): minimum 1/week

• Peak Days (Sa/Sun/Holidays): minimum 14/season

• This schedule represents an average work week and is subject to change based on guest volume, operational needs, and weather conditions.

Compensation & Benefits:

• The proposed hiring rate of $19+ actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

• Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts.  Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available. Additionally, this position accumulates sick time.

POWDR-Eldora Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, Colorado. 20 miles west of Boulder, CO. We are situated in the heart of Colorado's front range playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. All employees must align with the Play Forever program which implements our core values through support and execution Powdr’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment and support our community in Eldora’s everyday operations. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.