Winter Race Crew

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

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

Essentia l 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.

Ph ysical 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.