If you’re looking for a solid seasonal job and you love skiing, why not combine the two? British Columbia is home to some of the best ski resorts in the country, and many of them are currently hiring for the 2024/2025 ski season. So lace up your snow boots and brush up your resumes, job seekers!
These ski resorts in BC are hiring right now with amazing benefits.
Whistler Blackcomb
We’ll start with one of the most sought-after ski destinations in the country, Whistler Blackcomb. Stretching over two mountains with state-of-the-art technology, the resort is currently looking to fill the seasonal positions of Snow Cat Operators, Ski Patrol Members, Guest Services Assistance Managers, and Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructors, to name a few.
Benefits & info: $20 starting wage, free ski passes and lessons, 40% retail discount, discounts on food, lodging, transportation, etc, and expanded health & wellness benefits.
Where: 4545 Blackcomb Way, Whistler
Mount Seymour Resort
Known widely for its mix of beginner-friendly hills and advanced terrain, Mount Seymour Resort offers employees a ton of benefits and perks, and boasts close access to downtown Vancouver.
Right now, the resort is hiring Evening Lift Operators, Food & Beverage Supervisors, Gatehouse Attendants, and a year-round Guest Experience Manager – to name a few positions.
Benefits & info: Free Staff Season Pass and Shuttle Bus Pass, discounts at Mt Seymour Food & Beverage, free group lessons, free tubing, tobogganing, and snowshoeing, 50%-100% off lift tickets at over 20 resorts, Annual Staff Ride Day.
Cypress Mountain
Another top-tier ski and winter sports destination, Cypress is currently hiring for its base operations, building maintenance, guest services, mountain operations, ski instruction, and tube park attendant departments, among others. Those interested can apply online or drop into their offices in North Van or downtown Vancouver for on-the-spot interviews.
Benefits & info: Full Unlimited Team Member pass, free shuttle service to & from the mountain (full-time employees only), 50% off at the Cypress Grill, Nordic Cafe, and Hollyburn Lodge, free ski/board lessons, and rental discounts.
Grouse Mountain
Check out the open roles at Grouse and prepare to apply for everything from GMR Lift Operations – Line Control to Skyride Operator, to Health & Safety Patrol. Grouse promises employees plenty of growth opportunities unlimited outdoor recreation access, and a plethora of perks.
Benefits & info: Free season passes for full-time, year-round employees and their dependents, winter season passes following a summer contract, Staff Transit Benefit, 40% discount on food items at select spots, 40% off on rentals, free lessons, and more.
Where: 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver
Big White Ski Resort
This Kelowna ski resort is currently hiring positions in central reservations, outdoor operations, food & beverage, retail, and ski & board school. Take a look at their open roles, which currently include a Grader Operator, Terrain Park and Outdoor Events Team member, Graphic Designer, Nordic Ski Instructor (Cross Country), and
Food and Beverage Administrator, among many others.
Benefits & info: Free summer season pass, discounted summer day tickets for friends & family, free winter season pass, free group lessons & 50% off private lessons, on-mountain staff accommodations, access to staff fitness facilities, free & discounted lift tickets 40% off rentals and 25% off repairs, food and retail discounts.
Where: 5315 Big White Road, Kelowna
Sun Peaks Resort
Canada’s second-largest ski area is hiring for its upcoming season, with open positions on its Culinary, Facilities, Guest Services, Rental and Retail, and Outside Operations teams.
Benefits & info: $18 per hour starting wage, staff accommodation, friends & family hotel rates, full access to summer & winter season lift, trail, and golf passes, 40% off at Sun Peaks Resort Food & Beverage outlets, health & wellness benefits.
Where: 1280 Alpine Road, Sun Peaks
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
The world-class ski resort in Revelstoke is currently hiring for a Lift Maintenance Helper, Snowcat Operators, Inventory Clerk, Snowmakers, Snow School Coaches, and more.
Benefits & info: Free season pass, discounted lift tickets, discounts on rentals, retail, lessons, and food & drink.
Where: 2950 Camozzi Road Box 2460, Revelstoke
So there you have it, ski and snowboard enthusiasts! The start of the 2024/2025 season on the slopes will be here before you know it, and these BC ski resorts are now officially hiring.
Good luck with your applications!
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