Race Crew

Position Summary

Race Crew members are responsible for supporting race operations by managing start procedures and/or operate timing systems. Whether you are sending racers out of the gate or capturing their official times down to the fraction of a second, you are essential to the thrill, fairness, and precision of every run. This role requires focus, consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the start gate and signal racers to begin their run

• Ensure racers are prepared and positioned correctly before starting

• Maintain alertness and consistency throughout race sessions

• Communicate clearly with racers and race officials

• Monitor start area and follow established procedures

• Operate timing equipment to accurately record race results

• Monitor timing systems for accuracy and troubleshoot basic issues

• Remain attentive, detail-oriented and focused while working in a fast-paced and changing environment

• Communicate timing information clearly to race officials

• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of race times

• Complete required trainings as assigned by mountain leadership

• Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership

Qualifications, Requirements, and Compensation

Qualifications

• Dependable and punctual

• Strong attention to detail

• Exercise sound judgment and remain calm while responding to changing conditions and operational demands

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Availability to work during program times including evenings Monday – Thursday and various times on weekends

• USSA and/or PSIA certification preferred

• Prior experience with ski racing events or timing systems preferred

• Successful completion of background check

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and ski/snowboard for extended periods of time (up to 8+ hours)

• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme varying winter conditions

• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate snow-covered, icy, uneven, and changing terrain, surface and subsurface conditions

• Ability to bend, shovel snow, and assist guests physically when needed

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $17.50/hour

• Benefits: Complimentary ski/ride access for the duration of employment and employee discounts on food and beverages at participating locations (subject to mountain policy)