NTDC Thunder Bay Job Notice: Ski Technician

The National Team Development Centre Thunder Bay is seeking a Ski Technician for the 2017-2018 Season. This position is a support role in a dynamic high-performance service team committed to delivering international level race service and further develop
Canada’s future Olympians.

Term: December 2017-March 2018

General Responsibilities:

These include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in all aspects of competition preparation and race day service
• Assist athletes with ski selection, general ski preparation, wax testing
• Perform ski equipment maintenance
• Provide race assistance to support athletes during competition, including time splits, feeds and equipment replacement
• Managing movement of equipment and other logistics
• Manage and track wax inventory

Required Qualifications: 

• Ability to communicate effectively, respectfully and professional with coaching
  staff, athletes and volunteers.
• Good knowledge of current wax technologies, and application methods
• Ability to work as a team member and focus on team goals
• Strong in both skate and classic technique in order to test skis and waxes adequately
• High level of fitness to maintain pace and consistency with testing protocols
• Good understanding of ski technologies and knowledge of manufacturers design specifications

Remuneration based on per day rate: negotiable based on experience.

Please send a résumé, cover letter and references by September 25, 2017 to: chris.serratore@gmail.com