Winter Race Crew

Job Summary

Provide on the snow support for alpine race events at the resort.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install and remove fencing and safety netting as needed.


• Side-slip and rake course to maintain a consistent surface for all racers.


• Secure race areas and control authorized access to the racecourse.


• Maintain race equipment, radios and other tools used by racing.


• Set, maintain, remove, and repair racing gates.


• Apply dye or salt to the racing course as needed.


• Inspect courses maintaining on-hill safety for athletes and other skiers.


• Perform other tasks as assigned by race director.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Strong technical skier background.


• Understanding of electronic timing systems.


• Ability to work effectively and appropriately with and around children.


• Communicate clearly using 2 way radios.


• SSA Membership not required but a plus.


• Experience and certification as an Alpine Official preferred.

Core Competencies

• Communicate effectively and actively listen to co-workers and management.


• Maintain high standards in the quality and consistency of work.


• Interact with team members effectively and put team goals first.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds while skiing.


• Must be able to ski, stand, bend, climb, lift, reach, push and pull repetitively.


• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.


• Must be able to adapt to climate and work in extreme weather conditions.

Shift Requirements

• Frequent evening shifts for after school practices and races.


• Frequent weekend and holiday shifts.


• Availability for weekday afternoons/evening and weekends is a plus.

Age Requirements

• Applicants must be at least age 18.