Job seekers lined up for their screenings and interviews at the Whistler Conference Centre over the weekend as the fifth annual Job Fair came and went. You should make time to finish the application. It is advisable to save up a bit of money before arriving to see out this period. Staff usually get onto the hill a couple of times a week. The majority of rooms are bunk beds. All pre-hires come with a bed in HOUSE. BUT all is not lost as three bars run by the mountain (GLC, Dusty’s and Merlin’s) will be hosting a walk in jobs fair on Sunday October 28th at Merlin’s on … Blackcomb Glacier on Blackcomb Mountain is something you have to check out during the season. WE ARE SNO are looking for passionate skiers and snowboarders who want to train, qualify and work as snowsports instructors! The Safety Officers who wear the bright yellow jackets are also mostly volunteers. More than 270 interviews were set up to fill 84 It is consistently ranked in the top 5 overall mountains in the world. Whistler is one of the biggest resort towns in Canada, if not the world. See Jobs Available at Ski Resorts for further information on the types of jobs there are at ski resorts. Michelle Rideout, employment co-ordinator for the WCC Employment Centre, said there were a few skill-specific jobs that took a while finding the right person to fill, but that overall the fair ran quite smoothly. Bus routes run north and south of the village to different areas of Whistler. Not in Canada? Many full-time and part-time jobs were available with 13 different employers. Added to the Vail Resorts family in 2016, Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski resort in North America. Pop a Ride is another option for a carpool. You should save extra money before coming to Whistler. Many people end up in jobs different to those they went over to get. It has a Walmart and a big supermarket. Whistler holds two recruiting fairs in late-September and early-November. Usually there will be somebody who has set up some kickers there, otherwise, this is a good spot to set up your own; it’s a bit of hard work, but certainly worth it! Groceries are expensive in Whistler. There is no real nightlife in these areas. After accepting an offer with the mountain, you will be contacted with regards to housing. Please check back frequently as we update this page with our local hiring events. Working for the resort is a good option as it gives you access to staff housing as well as a free season pass. There is also some great expert riding off the Peak chair when the weather is good. Staff housing starts at around $12 per night for a shared bedroom. There are hundreds of people who look for a place each season, so get in early – September or October. Everyone applies online for a job with Whistler Blackcomb. You apply online to attend the fairs and get an interview during the application periods (see www.whistlerblackcomb.com/jobs) and you are then required to attend the interview in-person.