Location: Frisco, Colorado

Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.

Job Title: Woodward Copper Mountain Bike Coach

Job Status: Seasonal

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $18.50+, 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. 

Job Summary:

Woodward mountain bike coaches are responsible for developing and maintaining safe and fun learning environments for guests of all ability levels utilizing our on mountain and barn facilities. Woodward mountain bike coaches provide a safe and fun learning experience by focusing on athlete development, technical expertise, flexible coaching and safe progressions. Coaches will also utilize the barn’s state of the art cross training tools and methods to maximize progression at all levels.  Strong communication skills, a positive attitude and very strong group management skills are required for this position.  Candidates must be flexible and adapt to ever-changing environments. Previous coaching or instruction experience is required. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Adheres to state licensing standards while supervising campers

Provides on hill coaching to all ability levels

Uses progressive teaching and coaching methods to ensure quality and unique experience

Works with beginner bikers to provide a safe and fun learning experience.

Works with participants to safely progress their skills and techniques.

Teaches and spots participants through a variety of trick progressions on the spring floor and trampolines.

Adheres to the highest safety standards.

Creates a safe learning environment for employees and guests.

Assist participants in setting reasonable daily goals.

Suggests improvements and makes recommendations to support the Woodward Copper experience.

Ability to work with a group of coaches to accomplish the Woodward Copper goals and provide a unique experience.

Works closely with Operations Manager to continually develop Woodward Copper coaching and progression model.

Assists in testing new features and equipment both on the hill and in the Barn.

Provide feedback about the features both on the hill and in the Barn on a regular basis to ensure it works with the programming.

Upholds the highest standard of professionalism as a member of the Woodward Copper coaching staff.

Assists Barn crew by checking passes and wrist bands to monitor access to the Woodward Copper Barn as well as exclusive on mountain features.

Performs daily cleaning and maintenance of the Barn.

Identify and execute maintenance of features and equipment inside the Barn and in Copper’s terrain parks as needed.

Be knowledgeable in all departmental aspects of Woodward Copper policies and procedures.

Strong team player with proven leadership skills.

Maintains a positive attitude in an eight-to-ten-hour day, and on stressful high-volume days, in order to uphold the highest standard of professionalism (including appearance and behavior at all times) as a member of the Woodward Copper team.

Outgoing demeanor and a willingness to act as an ambassador for mountain biking, as well as a role model for kids and teens.

Ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment.

Ability to be flexible and manage fluctuating business volumes and schedule needs

Must work various shifts and hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts may include overtime during the summer and peak volume periods as well as being asked to assist in other areas of operations including, but not limited to summer camp check in/check out, camper activities, tent activations, etc.

Administration Duties:

Keep record of class lists for tracking purposes.

Fill out end of session feedback forms for campers to take home.

Guest Service Duties:

Ability to communicate effectively and motivate kids, teens, and adults.

Ability to communicate effectively with parents and all Copper staff.

Maintain a positive relationship with Copper Mountain Inc. and Village at Copper employees, parents, public, and other members of the Copper Mountain community.

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 POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.

Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees.Upholds the most professional image.Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.

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

Personal Attributes:

Is honest and has the highest integrity

Is able to handle and manage confidential information

Professional appearance.Adheres to all grooming guidelines

Follows established policies and procedures

Is supportive of Core Values

Sets the example for others and is above reproach

Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.

Is organized in tasks.Sees projects through to the finish.Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.

Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment

Is flexible with hours and days of work

Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life

Basic Requirements:

Must possess basic bike maintenance and repair skills

Basic knowledge of trailside adjustments & repairs such as flat tires, broken chains, & shift adjustments

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

Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after the position is accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

High School degree or equivalent

Bending, reaching, climbing

Pushing/Pulling

Prolonged standing

Confined sitting

Eye/hand coordination

Visual concentration on equipment

Concentrated reading and writing

Rapid reaction to physical changes (operating equipment)

Peripheral, color, and depth vision

Extended periods of outdoor exposure

Extreme cold

Extreme heat and sun exposure

Variation in temperature from hot to cold

Mountain Bike Level: Expert

Must be at least 18 years old

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

At least 3 years of Mountain Bike riding experience required

Previous Bike instruction experience preferred

PMBIA/BICP* or equivalent Certification preferred

Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association/Bike Instructor Certification Program

POWDR-Copper 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 Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.

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