Volunteers needed for BMW IBSF World Cup Bobsleigh & Skeleton 2017

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!!!


The Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton Association and the Whistler Sliding Centre will be hosting the BMW IBSF World Cup November 24 & 25, 2017.

We are currently seeking volunteers to fill the following positions:

Shuttle Bus Hosts and Hostesses (Keep spectators in line and safe while waiting for the bus). ​Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 9:15am – 12:15pm 2 required
    • 2:15pm – 5:30pm 2 required
    • 5:15pm – 8:15pm 2 required
  • Saturday 25th November:
    • 9:00am – 1:30pm 2 required
    • 1:15pm – 5:30pm 2 required

Doping Chaperones (Chaperoning athletes chosen for doping control, until tests are taken). Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 4:45pm – 9:00ish # required (min. 18 years old), 3 females needed
  • Saturday 25th November:
    • 8:45am until complete # required (min. 18 years old), 3 females and 3 males needed


Entrance Gate Hosts and Hostesses (Assist guest services team in validating entry tickets, provide general information to spectators). Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 8:00am – 12:15pm 2 required
    • 12:00pm – 4:15pm 2 required
    • 4:00pm – 8:15pm 2 required
  • Saturday 25th November: 8:00am – 12:15pm 2 required
    • 12:00pm – 4:00pm 2 required

Bob Start Hosts and Hostesses (Directing spectators to seating areas). Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 9:15am – 12:30pm 1 required
    • 2:15pm – 5:15pm 1 required
    • 5:00pm – 8:00pm 1 required
  • Saturday 25th November:
    • 9:30am – 1:30pm 1 required
    • 1:15pm – 4:30pm 1 required

VIP Tent/Start Hosts and Hostesses (Responsible for greeting guests upon arrival and ensuring that they have the best experience possible; positioned at VIP entrance to check accreditation). Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 8:30am – 1:00pm 2 required
    • 12:30pm – 5:00pm 2 required
    • 4:30pm – 9:00pm 2 required
  • Saturday 25th November:
    • 8:30am – 12:30pm 2 required
    • 12:15pm – 5:00pm 2 required

Road Traffic (Redirecting traffic to Parking Lot 8). Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 8:30am – 12:00pm 1 required
    • 2:00pm – 5:30pm 1 required
    • 5:00pm – 8:00pm 1 required
  • Saturday 25th November:
    • 8:30am – 12:30pm 1 required
    • 12:15 – 4:30pm 1 required

Spectator Area Hosts and Hostesses (Providing front line information and guidance for our valued spectators, ensuring safety rules are being followed). Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 8:30am – 12:30noon 1 required
    • 2:15pm – 5:30pm 1 required
    • 5:00pm – 8:00pm 1 required
  • Saturday 25th November:
    • 8:30am – 12:30pm 1 required
    • 12:15pm – 4:30pm 1 required

Host Corner 7 (directing spectators to safe viewing areas). Available Shifts:

  • Friday 24th November:
    • 9:00am – 12:00pm 1 required
    • 2:00pm – 5:15pm 1 required
    • 5:00pm – 8:00pm 1 required
  • Saturday 25th November:
    • 9:00am – 12:00pm 1 required
    • 1:00pm – 4:30pm 1 required

 

PERKS - WHAT’S “IN IT” FOR YOU?!

  • A Complimentary Slide on a Public Winter Bobsleigh or Skeleton Program for every two shifts worked (50% off a slide for one shift worked)
  • A Light Meal for Every Shift You Work
  • Chance to Win 1 of 10 Complimentary Bobsleigh and Skeleton Program Rides
  • FREE Swag from Whistler Sliding Centre
  • FRONT Row Seats to the Best Show in Town!!!

 

For volunteer opportunities please contact:

Erin Crawford per email