Boot Fitter
2 months ago
Please note, this position is located at Stratton Mountain Resort in Stratton Mountain, VT
Seasonal (Seasonal)
At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES.
BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type).
- Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resorts
- Free or discounted multi-resort dependent season passes
- Free or discounted IKON pass
- Discounted golf & fitness center memberships
- Employee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programs
- Retail + F&B discounts
- Friends & family tickets
- Onsite medical clinic
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, HSAs, & FSAs
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Discounted tuition plan
- Paid parental leave
- Paid sick time, FTO, Vacation
Additional perks & benefits for year round employees
POSITION SUMMARY
The boot fitter understands the properties of the equipment, the interaction of the equipment and the foot, and is proficiently knowledgeable at evaluating the fitting of ski and snowboard boots. The objective is to sell ski boots and foot beds and make modifications in and out of the boot to enhance the comfort and performance of the ski, snowboard and any other athletic footwear presented. There are both part time and full-time seasonal positions available, paid at $20.00/hr.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Assist buyer with, buying, sales, and markdown plans
- Assess skiers or riders' alignment through visual evaluation and physiological methods
- Analyze basic foot functions relative to boot shape kinesiology and stance
- Understand techniques for boot modifications, stance alignment protocols
- Ability to present educational discussions on biomechanics
- Demonstrate modifications to buyers
- Fabrication of custom foot beds
- Additional daily store duties
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Education: Actively pursuing a Highschool Diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- Previous experience in the ski/snowboard industry preferred
- Previous boot fitting experience preferred
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Customer service skills
- Strong computer literacy
- Self-motivated
- Strong communication, and organizational skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
