Posted 3 months ago
Nordic Ski Instructor (Cross Country) - Winter 26/27 Part Time
@ BWSR
Kelowna, British Columbia
Overview
BWSR (Big White Ski Resort) is hiring a part-time Nordic ski instructor for the winter 2026/27 season, roughly early December to early April. The work is teaching cross-country skiing on the resort's almost 3,000 acres of patrolled terrain. Pay starts at $20.50 per hour for Level 1 plus incentive bonuses, and a recent criminal record check is required.
Pay:
$20.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Teach cross-country skiing lessons to guests
- Assist fallen skiers back onto their feet
- Carry up to 40 lbs while skiing
- Ski 4 to 5 hours a day
Requirements summary:
- CANSI Level 1 to 3 or international equivalent
- Previous cross-country instructing experience (asset)
- Experience in organized settings (asset)
- Two contactable references
- Recent criminal record check
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Schedule | day |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 40 lb · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | CANSI Level 1, CANSI Level 2, CANSI Level 3 |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Paid training |
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BWSR
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 48 |
Play while you work! Join the Ski & Board School team at Big White Ski Resort and be a part of one of the largest programs in Western Canada. We offer a positive working environment, staff incentives, training programs that are second to none, and a guaranteed winter of great times working and playing on almost 3,000 acres of patrolled terrain.
Currently seeking CANSI Level 1 - 3 (or international equivalent) instructors who are who are available for the full winter season (approximately the beginning of December until early April). Part-time Nordic Instructor positions are available, as well as a limited number of full-time positions for people who are also certified to teach skiing and snowboarding.
To be considered, all applicants must submit a resume with at least two contactable references, and provide a copy of any relevant current certifications. Previous cross country instructing experience and experience working in organized settings are definite assets. A recent criminal record check is required prior to starting the first day of work.
Physical demands:
- Ability to carry 40lbs/18kg while skiing/riding
- Ability to assist a fallen skier back onto their feet
- Ability to lift 40lbs/18kg
- Ability to cross country ski for 4-5 hours a day
Pay rate:
Dependent upon certifications, starting wage of Level 1 is $20.50 per hour plus incentive bonuses
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