About this opportunity
Arapahoe Basin lists this Indoor Support - Ski & Ride School opportunity in dillon, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Seasonal
Arapahoe Basin is a small ski area 60 miles west of Denver that offers big-mountain challenges and life-changing experiences for our employees and guests alike. Whether you’re here for a season or a lifetime, A-Basin is a place where dedicated and hard-working employees have a chance to shine!
We are not your typical big-box resort, and that’s what makes the vibe here so awesome - we know you by name. The number-one reason our employees continue to work here is their incredible coworkers. Apply now to be part of The Legend!
Perks & Benefits:
Free season pass to Arapahoe Basin and all Alterra Resorts
Discounted friends & family tickets
Discounted Ikon Pass for all eligible employees*
Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave, and more for eligible employees*
401(k) plan with generous company match
Ski Area discounts for Rentals, Retail, Silverthorne Rec. Center, and our food and beverage outlets
Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more
Financial assistance and mental health resources through TELUS
*Check out more of our perks and benefits here! (Scroll down to the “Caring for You” section)
POSITION SUMMARY:
At the Arapahoe Basin Ski and Ride School, we like to have fun while doing great work and hope to instill a love of snow sports in every guest we meet. Likewise, we want our team to have rewarding careers working alongside people they can trust and respect.
As part of our Indoor Support team, you will work with the Ski & Ride School Management Team to create a safe, clean facility and a positive guest experience in a high-energy environment. This is a no-sliding-necessary role within the Ski and Ride School. In this role, you will be managing indoor operations for our Kids Center: a safe place for our kids lessons to take breaks, have snacks, and warm up.
This role assists with the check-in and late arrival procedures for our Kids Club eight-week program. Comfortability outdoors is necessary, but you will not be required to ski or snowboard. This position is a 15-day commitment for the season, structured to support our Kids Club program. This position has an estimated start date of December 5, 2026.
If you are passionate about kids having a great time outdoors with others in one of the most beautiful places on earth, A-Basin is the place for you!
WAGE:
The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of Arapahoe Basin’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, and responsibilities. The range listed is just one component of Arapahoe Basin’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.
Hourly pay range: $20.50 - $22.50/hour
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Create a safe, fun atmosphere for our young guests
Create and manage indoor activities that engage children
Support instructors through breaks and lunch so students can spend optimal time on the snow
Maintain the schedule set up by the Program Supervisor
Work well with peers, management team, and other ski area employees
Help children who are having a hard time turn their day around
Follow all department sustainability guidelines as expected
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Customer-facing guest service experience - Required
Experience working with children, babysitting - Preferred
Spanish/English bilingual - Preferred
Basic computer skills
Oral and written comprehension
Strong organization skills
Ability to build rapport with children
Must be available on weekends and holidays
Must provide own ski or snowboard equipment and other necessary gear to work outside in a high alpine, snow, cold environment.
This position requires successful completion of a background check
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma - Required
Camp counselor, child educator, nanny - Preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Capable of lifting 35 lbs
Capable of standing, walking, kneeling, and climbing constantly
Strong communication skills
Possesses strong interpersonal skills
Possesses strong problem-solving skills
Self-motivated and self-directed while performing multiple tasks
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Indoor environment constantly
Some of the time will be spent outside in a high altitude, high alpine snowy environment
Extreme cold/heat occasionally
Wet and/or humid occasionally
Fast pace and loud environment frequently
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Arapahoe Basin and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Arapahoe Basin positions accept applications for a minimum of 3 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Arapahoe Basin is an equal opportunity employer and maintains drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Arapahoe Basin adheres to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.
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