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ZEP MTB CAMPS INSTRUCTOR: KIDS & ADULT

PFULL-TIME, SEASONAL POSITION

Location: WHISTLER - FULL-TIME

Wage Range: $23-$35 (Based on experience)

ZEP Mountain Bike Camps is looking for fun, hard working, passionate and experienced KIDS MOUNTAIN BIKE COACHES to join our team and family business, for the 2025 season and beyond. Choosing a career in mountain bike coaching is the best job in the world!

The primary responsibility in this role will be to coach the ZEP MTB SKILLS SHRED Program 2 - 4 days/week, from June to the end of September. Additional work may also be available through the ZEP MTB CAMPS adult coaching programs and private lessons. Prior experience and a genuine passion for working with kids, and in the outdoors, is essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Meet n Greet ZEP clients with superior people skills, questioning technique and verbal assessment.
  • Execute thorough bike and equipment check before every ride.
  • Perform Bike Set-up workshop as needed, based on time frame of lesson/camp.
  • Discuss trail plan and rough lesson outline with client(s) during a thorough, visual & physical warm-up.
  • Develop their skills using the ZEP methodologies and coaching ethos.
  • Provide in-depth, individual and group riding feedback, as required.
  • Deliver an exceptional riding and learning experience, akin to ZEP’s superior reputation as an industry leader.
    • Keep them safe and in one piece!
    • Teach the best lesson they have ever had
    • Take them on the best ride they have ever had
  • Teaching and supervising kids and adult’s mountain bike lessons and programs
  • Maintain strict Operational Procedures for client safety and product consistency.
  • Maintaining ZEP’s industry leading, professional standards for safety, risk management and customer service
  • Attend all required ZEP staff training and development sessions.

ROLE INCLUDES

  • Approx 20 - 40hrs/wk.
  • Bike Park Lift Pass Included - Full Time Employees
  • Health Benefits - Full Time Employees
  • ZEP Pro-deals
  • Long term commitments are preferred (our staff tend to be loyal and stay with us!)
  • Extensive GSMBC and ZEP Training will be an integral benefit to this role.
  • Fun, passionate, long term, family - orientated working environment
  • On-going professional development for your riding, coaching, and guiding.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • GSMBC Level 2 preferred. GSMBC Level 1 as a minimum. Or equivalent qualification.
  • GSMBC Kids Module is a strong asset. Or equivalent qualification.
  • CSIA, CASI, other instructor certifications or experience, considered a strong asset.
  • Wilderness First Aid 40hrs (or similar) required.
  • Passion to work in the outdoor industry
  • Experience teaching and working with children from 6 - 16 yrs.
  • Strong knowledge of the Mountain Bike Industry is helpful.
  • Customer service experience
  • Excellent communication and people skills, fun personality, and hard working.
  • Strong problem solving and creative skills.
  • Shows initiative, attention to detail and self-reliance.
  • Team working and leadership skills.

TO APPLY

Please send your cover letter and resume, along with two references, info@zeptechniques.com.

ABOUT ZEP

Based out of Whistler and established 2006, ZEP MTB CAMPS is an industry leader in mountain bike coaching, education, and instructor training. ZEP offers a variety of coaching services, including adult skills programs, kids camps, private and custom programs and instructor training camps. ZEP is a well-respected member of the Whistler and mountain biking communities, working with youth, investing in trail building initiatives and maintenance, while supporting local bike clubs, shops, rental business and of course, the Whistler Bike Park.

Through our coaching and instructor training efforts for nearly two decades, ZEP has been fortunate to have worked with many coaches, businesses, schools, and bike parks, helping to shape the future of mountain bike coaching. ZEP has also featured on Pinkbike many times and has even had the privilege of consulting for the Canadian Olympic Mountain Bike Team.

Based on industry demand and our close attachments to the Okanagan, ZEP is planning an Okanagan branch of our programs, in 2021. The core focus will be to offer the community with key coaching programs for kids and adults, helping to grow a culture of safe, effective mountain bike lessons, while supporting the local community, bike clubs and trail builders; 2% off all proceeds will go to trail building!

Working with ZEP provides an opportunity to work with the best in the industry and build a real career in mountain biking.

Come join our team and let's have fun on bikes!