Winter Event Volunteer

Position Summary:

  • Provide assistance with the execution of RED Mountain events
  • Performing tasks such as setup, tear down, registration of event participants, manning event stations, setting up safety netting, moving event equipment, etc.
  • Act as an ambassador of RED Mountain in a professional and courteous manner

Qualification:

  • Open and flexible availability (including mid-week shifts) from December 2024 – April 6, 2024
  • Must be available for 5-8 shifts: January 29 – February 2 and Feb 7-10 for the Canadian Open Freeride Championships
  • Must be available for 2-3 shifts: March 21-23 for the Ski Mountaineering Canada Cup Series
  • Ability to take direction and work well with others
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions
  • Preferably a strong skier or snowboarder, though this is not a necessity
  • Must have a positive attitude
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Perks:

  • In exchange for 100 volunteer hours you’ll receive a RED season pass
    • Please note all volunteers are required to put down a $500 season pass deposit; to be returned upon completion of 100 volunteer hours worked
  • 25% off all RED Mtn F&B outlets
  • 25% off Piste Off Retail Shop
  • Reciprocal day tickets at participating resorts

Events Schedule Highlights:

  • Dec 5: Staff Welcome Party
  • Dec. 25: Ski with Santa
  • Dec. 31: NYE Night Skiing & Fireworks
  • Jan. 10: Battle of the Brews
  • Jan. 11-12: Constella Cabins Yoga Retreat
  • Jan. 25: The Game Rail Jam @ Rossland Winter Carnival
  • Jan 30 – Feb 2: Canadian Open Freeride Championships (Junior)
  • Feb. 7-9: Canadian Open Freeride Championships (Adult)
  • Feb 21-23: Freestyle BC Event (TBC)
  • Mar 8-9: Rattlecat Cup
  • Mar 15: Wiener Takes All – Dog Race
  • Mar 15-16: Constella Cabins Yoga Retreat
  • Mar 21-23: SkiMo Canada Cup Series
  • Mar 29: Cliff Dive
  • Apr 4: BC/DC Concert
  • Apr 5: Slush Cup
  • Apr 6: Retro Day & Closing Day Deck Party
  • Apr 7: Staff Party

How to Apply:

Email resume to Gavin Andison, Events Coordinator, at gavin.andison@redresort.com

Please answer the following questions in your email:

  1. What is your schedule for this winter? (i.e. part time employment, flexible hours, not working, etc.)
  2. Do you have any previous events or other volunteer experience? If so, please elaborate on what you did
  3. What is your ski/snowboard level? (beginner, intermediate, advanced, expert)