Employment

Join us in growing one of Crested Butte’s premier non-profit organizations!

Crested Butte Nordic is a nonprofit organization that grooms 55 km of winter trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, rents ski and snowshoe equipment, delivers nordic ski programs for youth and adults, and hosts events, including The Alley Loop Nordic Marathon and the Grand Traverse Ski, Run, & Mountain Bike. We hire a diverse crew of year-round and seasonal with a focus on customer service, professionalism, and passion for the outdoors.

Current Openings

Nordic Center Staff

  • Position: Nordic Center Associate
    Reports To: Nordic Center Manager
    Salary: $21/hour, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: Negotiable (15-30 hours/week preferred) mid-November-March

    Job Description: The Nordic Center Associates serve as daily representatives of Crested Butte Nordic's mission and support guests throughout their experience with the Crested Butte Nordic Center. Associates will collaborate with instructors, service techs, volunteers, and managers to support the daily operations at CBN. Providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers is a top priority. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Distribute season passes

    • Fit and fulfill rental reservations

    • Sell day passes, lessons, tours, and merchandise

    • Answer customer questions and provide information about CB Nordic’s offerings

    • Proficiently use software systems including Salesforce, Square, Google Drive, etc…

    • Maintain access to the Nordic Center, including, but not limited to, shoveling outside entryways and stairs in and out of the Nordic Center

    • Clean staff and retail areas daily

    • Fulfill Ice Skate rentals as needed

    • Organize merchandise and rental gear daily

    • Provide exemplary customer service to both guests and internal staff

    • Provide accurate information about the Nordic Center’s trails, equipment, and merchandise to guests 

    • Support with pre and end-of-season set-up and tear-down of the Nordic Center area, including, but not limited to, counting inventory, cleaning, and storing items

    • Complete pre-season training as required

    • Wax rental skis in collaboration with the Service Techs as needed (training will be provided)

    • Collaborate with all other departments, including instructors, groomers, and administrative staff

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Experience in using software systems such as Salesforce, Square, Google Drive, etc…

    • Minimum one year experience in a retail setting preferred

    • Minimum of two years of experience in a customer service role preferred 

    • Nordic or other winter sports experience preferred

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Perks & Benefits

    • Nordic Center season’s pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Service Technician
    Reports To: Service Technician Supervisor
    Salary: $21/ hour, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: November-April, part-time, flexible schedule. 10-25 hours/week available

    Job Description: Our Service Technicians are an incredibly important part of the Crested Butte Nordic team. The Service Technician will complete Nordic ski service efficiently and expertly to help maintain our guest, team, and rental equipment at the highest level. The ideal candidate will have ski service experience, but training is available for those who are technically apt and motivated to learn. Schedule is flexible and will be coordinated via the Service Technician Supervisor. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Service Nordic skis, including waxing, scraping, brushing skis, installing bindings on skis and rollerskis, cutting poles to size, and maintaining pole grips and straps.

    • Repair Nordic rental ski equipment and/or document damage for warranty claims

    • Communicate with customers and answer questions as needed when receiving skis or other gear for service

    • Follow procedures while creating and updating accurate, well-documented work orders throughout the service process

    • Monitor customer work orders to ensure timely completion.

    • Initiate prompt and accurate communication with customers in the event of delays.

    • Collaborate with Nordic Center Manager, Supervisors and Associates to ensure a seamless intake and communication process for services items

    • Assist Nordic Center Associates, Instructors, Supervisors and Volunteers with technical questions from guests

    • Track inventory of supplies taken from merchandise shelves

    • Support with Alley Loop wax orders and waxing in the day(s) leading up to the Alley Loop

    • Support end of season storage wax for rental fleet

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Experience with ski service or other shop experience preferred

    • Understanding of different equipment types and compatibility

    • Knowledge of ski fitting and ability to answer customer questions about what equipment they should purchase

    • Ability to navigate ladders, reaching overhead and ambulate in tight spaces

    Perks & Benefits

    • Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Fulfill ice skate rentals as needed

    • Complete merchandise sales

    • Perform opening (for night shift) and closing duties as described

    • Clean and sanitize the public restrooms inside the Nordic Center

    • Answer customer questions and provide information about CB Nordic’s offerings

    • Proficiently use software systems including Salesforce, Square, Google Drive, and others.

    • Maintain access to the Nordic Center, including, but not limited to, outside entryways and stairs in and out of the Nordic Center.

    • Clean staff and retail areas daily

    • Wax rental skis as needed

    • Organize merchandise and rental gear daily

    • Provide exemplary customer service to both guests and internal staff

    • Complete pre-season training as required 

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Experience In using database systems such as Salesforce, Square, Google Drive, etc…

    • Minimum one year experience in a retail setting, preferred

    • Minimum of two years of experience in a customer service role preferred

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Perks & Benefits

    • Nordic Center season’s pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Service Technician
    Reports To: Service Technician Supervisor
    Salary: $21/ hour, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: November-April, part time, flexible schedule. 10-25 hours/week available

    Job Description: Our Service Technicians are an incredibly important part of the Crested Butte Nordic team. The Service Technician will complete nordic ski service efficiently and expertly to help maintain our guest, team, and rental equipment at the highest level. The ideal candidate will have ski service experience, but training is available for those who are technically apt and motivated to learn. Schedule is flexible and will be coordinated via the Service Technician Supervisor.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Service Nordic skis, including waxing, scraping, brushing skis, installing bindings on skis and rollerskis, cutting poles to size, and maintaining pole grips and straps.

    • Repair Nordic rental ski equipment and/or document damage for warranty claims

    • Communicate with customers and answer questions as needed when receiving skis or other gear for service

    • Follow procedures while creating and updating accurate, well-documented work orders throughout the service process

    • Monitor customer work orders to ensure timely completion.

    • Initiate prompt and accurate communication with customers in the event of delays.

    • Collaborate with Nordic Center Manager, Supervisors and Associates to ensure a seamless intake and communication process for services items

    • Assist Nordic Center Associates, Instructors, Supervisors and Volunteers with technical questions from guests

    • Track inventory of supplies taken from merchandise shelves

    • Support with Alley Loop wax orders and waxing in the day(s) leading up to the Alley Loop

    • Support end of season storage wax for rental fleet

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Experience with ski service or other shop experience preferred

    • Understanding of different equipment types and compatibility

    • Knowledge of ski fitting and ability to answer customer questions about what equipment they should purchase

    • Ability to navigate ladders, reaching overhead and ambulate in tight spaces

    Perks & Benefits:

    • Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

Magic Meadow Yurt Staff

  • Position: Magic Meadows Yurt Guide & Server
    Reports To: Nordic Center Manager
    Base Salary: $28/hr, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: December- March, Part-time. Dinner shifts are generally 4-10 PM, with 1-3 shifts/week. Evening and weekend work are required. More shifts are available during holidays. 

    Job Description: Magic Meadows Yurt Guide & Servers assist with all aspects of a guest’s Magic Meadows Yurt Dinner experience, which includes outfitting, driving, guiding, and serving in a fine dining backcountry setting. Guide/Server is responsible for supporting guests to and from the Magic Meadows yurt on Nordic skis and/or snowshoes in variable winter conditions. Above all other roles, exemplary customer service is expected. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Meet guests for Yurt Dinners at the Nordic Center to assist them with rental equipment and everything they need for a night at the Magic Meadows Yurt

    • Ensure all waivers are signed and collected from guests prior to departure

    • Drive guests in a CBN vehicle to the trailhead

    • Guide skiers and snowshoers out to the yurt for dinner, typically by headlamp 

    • Upon arrival at the yurt, transition into the role as a server, working with Yurt Host/ess, the chef, and Yurt Operations Supervisor to serve drinks and dinner courses throughout the evening

    • Assist with clearing plates and bussing tables until guests depart

    • Guide guests back from the yurt to the vehicles, ensuring all guests are accounted for, and drive them back to the Nordic Center

    • Assist Nordic Center staff with putting away equipment and supplies at the end of the evening at the Outpost

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Experience driving 15-passenger vans, preferably in varied winter conditions

    • Clean driving record

    • Current First Aid certification, or ability to obtain after hiring

    • Excellent communication skills

    • Minimum one year experience as a server in a fine dining setting preferred

    • Experience guiding/instructing/or leading others in an outdoor setting preferred

    • Minimum of two years of experience in a customer service role

    • Ability to Nordic ski and support others on varied trail conditions with variable light, including dark. 

    • Must be 18 years of age or older

    • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS, ambulate in tight spaces, and carry loads up and down stairs

    Perks & Benefits

    • Crested Butte Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Magic Meadows Yurt Host/ess
    Reports To: Nordic Center Manager
    Salary: $29/hr, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: Mid-December- March. Hours are generally 1:30 PM -10:30 PM, with 1-3 shifts per week. Weekend and evening work is required. Extra holiday shifts are required. 

    Job Description: The yurt host/ess is responsible for preparation, front of house set up and organization, serving, bartending, and supporting with clean up for any of the following CB Nordic hosted events: Magic Meadows Yurt Dinners and/or Trivia Nights and Yurt Bistro. The host/ess is a customer facing role, representing the Crested Butte Nordic Center at our fine dining and local evening experiences. The Host/ess has a lead role in supporting guides, the chef, and other contractors and employees to ensure a successful dinner at the Magic Meadows Yurt. Above all other roles, exemplary customer service and character are expected. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Create seating/table chart prior to each dinner

    • Assist the Yurt Operations Supervisor in gathering supplies necessary for each dinner, including but not limited to packing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, filling water containers, rags, and other necessary items

    • Mix featured cocktail from supplies and recipes provided prior to each dinner

    • Arrange tables at yurt according to seating assignments

    • Set tables

    • Calculate number and meal selections at each table for the chef

    • Coordinate guide/server roles upon their arrival

    • Serve drinks at the bar

    • Welcome guests with an overview of CB Nordic, CBLT, and introductions

    • Serve courses during dinner

    • Clean up front of house after dinner

    • Support Yurt Operations Supervisor, dishwasher, and the chef clean up and load the snowmobile at the end of the night

    • Ensure supplies are put away and tidy in Cat Barn prior to leaving

    • Communicate with NCM about supplies needed out at yurt in a timely manner

    • Assist NCM in maintaining an inventory of beer and wine

    • Uphold CB Nordic policies and procedures in a remote, backcountry setting

    • Ability to obtain Colorado Food Handler’s Certificate & TIPS certification prior to dinners

    • Collect and distribute tips as per CBN policy

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Excellent communication skills

    • Must be 18 years of age or older

    • Minimum one year experience as a host/ess or serving in a fine dining setting, preferred

    • Minimum of two years of experience in a customer service role

    • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS, ambulate in tight spaces, and carry loads up and down stairs

    Perks & Benefits

    • Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Magic Meadows Yurt Dishwasher
    Reports To: Nordic Center Manager
    Base Salary: $23/hr, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: December- March, Part-time. Shifts are generally 3-4 hours, with 1-3 shifts/week. Evening and weekend work are required. More shifts are available during holidays. 

    Job Description: Magic Meadows Yurt Dishwashers assist in the kitchen with dishwashing and dinner wrap-up in a backcountry dining setting. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Arrive to yurt via snowshoes or Nordic skis to support back-of-house prep and dishwashing

    • Support team with clean up and loading the snowmobile at the end of the shift

    • Ensure supplies are put away and tidy in Cat Barn prior to leaving

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS, ambulate in tight spaces, and carry loads up and down stairs

    Perks & Benefits

    • Crested Butte Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Yurt Operations Supervisor 
    Reports To: Nordic Center Manager
    Salary: $28/hour, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: 10-30 hours/week, pending Yurt Reservations. Mid-December-March, nights, weekends, and holiday work required.

    Job Description: The Yurt Operations Supervisors play an integral role in the Crested Butte Nordic staff and Magic Meadows Yurt Operations for the winter season. The Yurt Operations Supervisor is responsible for daily operations required for Yurt Dinner & Event preparations, transporting supplies to and from the yurt, and collaborating with team members to ensure a smooth flow throughout yurt events. The primary responsibilities of all Nordic Center Supervisors, above all other tasks, are providing exemplary customer service to internal and external customers and providing flexible support throughout daily operations. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Operate independently and collaboratively to fulfill needs at the yurt 

    • Work with the second Yurt Operations Supervisor regarding division of needs for upcoming events, status of supplies, needs, etc… 

    • Communicate yurt needs, including but not limited to supplies, food and beverages restocking, and other items to Nordic Center Manager and Operations Manager throughout the season 

    • Drive snowmobile, trailer, tracked vehicle, and typical vehicles carrying supplies and staff and guests when needed on varying terrain and conditions

    • Prepare supplies for Yurt Dinners, Trivia Nights, Private Dinners, and other Yurt functions prior to each event and clean up post-events

    • Coordinate needs with renters of the yurt for private dinners, transport supplies, start fire, support the use of yurt kitchen, and clean up and transport supplies post-event

    • Speak knowledgeably about Crested Butte Nordic, partnerships, and upcoming events at dinners and events.

    • Clear snow from yurt area as needed before, during, and after events

    • Ensure lights are on and visible on route to yurt prior to guest arrival

    • Support chef and team as needed during dinners, including but not limited to serving, plating, dishwashing, cleaning, and bartending.

    • Exchange of propane tank from the Yurt via snowmobile as directed by Operations Manager

    • Ensure generator has gas needed for events

    • Clean up back of house after dinners, load snowmobile, and ensure Cat Barn is tidy prior to leaving

    • Support seasonal set-up and tear-down of the Yurt, including, but not limited to, cleaning, pulling items out of storage, and storing items at the end of the season

    • Model and provide exemplary customer service 

    • Uphold CB Nordic policies and procedures in a remote, backcountry setting

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Ability to drive snowmobile with trailer and vehicles on winter roads

    • Clean driving record

    • Excellent oral and written communication skills

    • Ability to independently problem solve in the field 

    • Minimum of two years of experience in a customer service role

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS, ambulate in tight spaces, and carry loads up and down stairs

    Perks & Benefits

    • Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Magic Meadows Yurt Bistro Server
    Reports To: Nordic Center Manager
    Base Salary: $21/hr, non-exempt
    Hours of Work: January-March, Part-time. Bistro shifts are generally 8-4, Sundays only.

    Job Description: Magic Meadows Yurt Bistro Servers assist with all aspects of the guest’s Magic Meadows Yurt Bistro experience. The Server is responsible for providing exemplary customer service in a bistro-style backcountry setting. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Assist with bistro preparation at the yurt, cleaning, and set up prior to guest arrival

    • Working with Bistro Host/ess and other team members to serve food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests

    • Prep food and drinks in kitchen

    • Clean up front of house after closing

    • Clear and bus tables 

    • Support Yurt Bistro Host/ess and other team members to load the snowmobile at the end of the shift

    • Ensure supplies are put away and tidy in Cat Barn prior to leaving

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Excellent communication skills

    • Minimum of one year of experience in a customer service role

    • Must be 18 years of age or older

    • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS, ambulate in tight spaces, and carry loads up and down stairs


    Perks & Benefits

    • Crested Butte Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Volunteer Magic Meadows Yurt Dishwasher
    Reports To: Nordic Center Manager
    Base Salary: Unpaid volunteer position. 5 volunteer shifts=2 Yurt Dinner tickets
    Hours of Work: December- March. Shifts are generally 6-10 PM, with There are 1-3 shifts/week. Evening and weekend work are required. More shifts are available during holidays. 

    Job Description: Magic Meadows Yurt Dishwashers assist in the kitchen with dishwashing and dinner wrap-up in a backcountry dining setting. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Arrive to yurt via snowshoes or Nordic skis to support back-of-house prep and dishwashing

    • Support team with clean up and loading the snowmobile at the end of the shift

    • Ensure supplies are put away and tidy in Cat Barn prior to leaving

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS, ambulate in tight spaces, and carry loads up and down stairs

    Perks & Benefits

    • 5 volunteer shifts (6-10 PM) will earn 2 yurt dinner tickets to be redeemed within the same winter season, based on dinner availability. 

    To apply, please send an email inquiry to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

  • Position: Volunteer Magic Meadows Yurt Bistro Assistant
    Reports To: Yurt Bistro Host/ess
    Base Salary: Unpaid, volunteer
    Hours of Work: January-March, Sundays, 10 AM-2 PM

    Job Description: Magic Meadows Yurt Bistro Assistants support the CB Nordic team with all aspects of the guest’s Magic Meadows Yurt Bistro experience. The assistant is responsible for providing exemplary customer service in a bistro-style backcountry setting. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Assist with bistro preparation at the yurt, cleaning, and set up prior to guest arrival

    • Working with Bistro Host/ess and other team members to serve food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests

    • Prep food and drinks in kitchen

    • Clean up front of house after closing

    • Clear and bus tables 

    • Support Yurt Bistro Host/ess and other team members to load the snowmobile at the end of the shift

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • Excellent communication skills

    • Must be 18 years of age or older

    • Must be able to Nordic ski or snowshoe to and from the Magic Meadows Yurt

    • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS, ambulate in tight spaces, and carry loads up and down stairs

    Perks & Benefits

    • 15 hours of volunteering = 1 season pass

    To apply, please send an email inquiry to Nordic Center Manager Amanda Baseler - amanda@cbnordic.org.

CB Nordic Team Coaching Staff

  • Position: Crested Butte Junior Nordic Team Coach
    Reports To:     Youth Program Coordinator
    Compensation:     $50/session base rate
    Hours of Work:     Minimum of 2 sessions/week and up to 6 sessions a week at approximately 2.5 hours/session 

    Job Description:  We are hiring Youth Team Coaches for all ages, including K - 1st Grade, 2nd - 3rd Grade, 4th - 5th Grade, 6th - 8th Grade, Backcountry, Biathlon, and PreK - 3rd Grade Nordic Ski 4 PE. New coaches must commit to two or more sessions per week, working up to six sessions per week with a combination of groups. Coach time commitment is approximately 2.5 hours/session. Kindergarten through 3rd Grade sessions are January 6th - March 28th. 4th Grade - 8th Grade sessions are December 2nd - March 28th. Coaches should plan on attending pre-season training sessions in November and December.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Coach youth sessions according to topics outlined in the group syllabus

    • Create a safe and positive environment for athletes and other coaches

    • Set measurable and attainable goals with athletes

    • Build relationships with athletes

    • Ensure athletes’ basic needs are met: safe, warm, dry

    • Be a superior role model for athletes

    • Use effective communication based on athlete’s age/developmental level

    • Have situational awareness to keep yourself and your group safe

    • Be on time for practices and coach meetings

    • Provide feedback to the Youth Programs Coordinator regarding lessons, your group’s progress throughout the season, and behavior or other challenges

    • Follow CBNT Policies and Procedures and the Coaches Manual

    • Report any incidents or accidents to the Youth Programs Coordinator

    • Promote racing opportunities to athletes and parents for youth after-school races, community series races, the Alley Loop, and other events

    • Occasionally ski with older/younger groups to develop team camaraderie and inclusion

    • Provide parents with tips to support their athletes

    • Share photos/videos with parents, Youth Program Coordinator, or marketing personnel

    • Attend pre-season coach trainings

    • Substitute for other coaches as needed

    Preferred Skills/Prerequisites:

    • 1st Aid and CPR

    • SAFESPORT Training will be required upon hire 

    Perks & Benefits

    • Nordic Center season pass

    • Staff discount on merchandise, events, programs, and dining

    To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Youth Program Coordinator Alex Riedman - alex@cbnordic.org.

New positions will be posted as they become available.