Ski Instructor - Giants Ridge

Compensation Amount:

18.00 USD Hourly

Job Summary:

Instructors are professionals who are committed to providing exceptional customer service by teaching the techniques of skiing to guests.  Instructors are part of a team dedicated to guest safety, fun and learning.  This is a part-time, seasonal position.

Job Description:

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Upholds the highest level of student safety on varied terrain with changing conditions.
• Prepares and plans lessons to meet individual skill needs.
• Instructs guests in groups and private lessons, and teaches proper technique and skills for ability levels.
• Helps guests use the right equipment and accessories and teaches guests how to load and unload lifts. 
• Assists in the daily set-up and take down of the Mountain Sports School.
• Follows the Responsibility Code and ensures guest safety on varied terrain in winter weather conditions. 
• Reports any injuries or incidents. 
• Continually learns and updates teaching, technical and skiing skills based on PSIA/AASI standards.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• Intermediate skill level of skiing (preferred)
• PSIA/AASI Certification (preferred but not required)
• Ability to recognize when a problem has occurred and communicate it to management.
• Ability to work with guest of all ages and skill levels.
• Ability to be enthusiastic and outgoing, accepting all assignment with equal enthusiasm.
• Strong communication and guest service skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Speech recognition and clarity, including the ability to understand the speech of guests and coworkers and the ability to speak clearly so that you can be understood by guests and coworkers in English. 

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work outside in all winter weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs. regularly, 30-35 lbs. frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must have sight, speech and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow and provide directions.
• Constantly communicates and receives verbal communication with other employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical presence at the job site is essential to perform job duties.
• Ability to work assigned weekends and holidays.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Skis
• Proper outdoor attire for skiing
• Helmet

Do you love skiing and want to share that passion with others?  Giants Ridge, managed by Guest Services, is looking for Ski Instructors to join our Mountain Sports School team for the 2026-2027 winter season!  As an Instructor, you’ll teach guests of all ages and ability levels, create a safe and fun learning environment, and help others build confidence on the slopes.  Along the way, you’ll develop your own leadership and teaching skills while working with a supportive team and enjoying great employee perks.

Requirements

• Strong skiing ability
• Enthusiastic, dependable, and able to work with guests of all ages
• Friendly, patient, and safety-minded
• Prior teaching or coaching experience is a plus, but not required
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying winter conditions

Why Join Giants Ridge?

• Mountain Perks – Enjoy free employee passes and discounts for your family so you can hit the slopes and trails all season long!
• Exclusive Discounts – Save on delicious food, stylish apparel and must-have accessories while working at Giants Ridge. 
• Work with Friends – Join a fun, supportive team where every day feels like an adventure.
• Flexible Scheduling – We offer flexible schedules to fit your lifestyle, weekend and holiday shifts are required to keep up with the excitement at Giants Ridge.
• And More! – Additional perks and surprises that make Giants Ridge a great place to work!

Giants Ridge is the #1-rated family vacation destination in Minnesota. Located just north of Duluth in the heart of Minnesota’s Superior National Forest, Giants Ridge is a four-season, family-oriented resort offering fun and adventure for every level of outdoor enthusiast. Summer features world-class golf and lift-served mountain biking, while winter brings incredible skiing, snowboarding, fat tire biking, and more. Guests and employees alike can enjoy the Pool & Sauna Haus, along with dining, lodging, and a variety of year-round recreational amenities. Employees also have access to discounted lesson opportunities to help them develop new skills and make the most of the Giants Ridge experience. Beyond the resort, the Iron Range region offers abundant outdoor recreation, including lakes and waterways for boating, fishing, and paddling, as well as extensive trail networks for hiking, snowmobiling, and other seasonal activities. Spring and fall provide the perfect transition between seasons, showcasing the natural beauty and outdoor adventures that make the region a great place to live, work, and play.

Founded in 1917, Guest Services has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the United States. Guest Services takes great care and pride in providing best-in-class services across a wide variety of client sites including luxury communities, hotels, resorts, government and business dining facilities, full-service restaurants, state and national parks, outdoor recreation, boathouses, marinas, museums, conference centers, senior living communities, health care systems, school and university dining facilities, and specialty retail stores.

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.