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Tag: Chris Serratore

  • NTDC Thunder Bay Job Notice: Ski Technician

    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