Assistant, Race and Competitions, $20/Hour, Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes for dependents

Free skiing at Alterra Resorts

Ski/boarding lessons discounts

Equipment rental discount

Friends and Family vouchers

Retail & Food discount

401k with company match

Job summary

Alterra Mountain Company is seeking Race and Competition Assistants for the 2026-2027 winter season at Mammoth Mountain in Mammoth Lakes, CA. Positions are seasonal, offering on-mountain work, event setup, and course management with a team of dedicated staff.

Expect strong skiing ability, safety awareness, and the capacity to work flexible hours in all weather. Eligible employees receive ski passes for dependents, employee discounts, and a 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Strong skiing skills and ability to ski the entire mountain.
• Effective and professional communication with racers, officials, coaches, staff, and guests.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and work in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist race and competition events, set up safety fencing, move equipment by ski or snowmobile.
• Manage gates, timing equipment, and course maintenance during events and tear-down afterwards.
• Work as part of a close-knit team in varying conditions to support event operations.

Skills

Strong skiing

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Seasonal

At Mammoth Mountain, you will live the dream!

Work and play in the majestic mountains with a free season pass that opens the doors to adventure at all Alterra Resorts. Your whole family can share this excitement with free skiing for dependents and a range of valuable discounts. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to embrace the beauty of Mammoth Lakes, California.

Benefits and perks of your adventure here:

• Ski passes for dependents (spouse/child(ren)/domestic partners) includes free skiing at other Alterra Resorts
• Free skiing at all Alterra Resorts
• Ski/snowboarding lessons discounts
• Equipment Rental discount
• Friends and Family vouchers
• Retail & Food discount
• 401k with company match

*Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check

Hourly pay rate: $20.00 to $24.58

A little about the position:

• Learn rules and regulations of snowboarding and skiing competitions, and maintenance and safety of competition arenas. Strong skiing skills are required, with opportunities to improve on the job.
• Race and Competition Assistants participate in all aspects of event/race production. Full-time and part-time positions are available for the 2026-2027 winter season.
• The Race Department hosts various ski, snowboard, and winter sport events. Duties include setting up safety fencing, moving equipment via skiing or snowmobile, controlling ski run closures, setting up gates and timing equipment, and maintaining courses. Tear down gates, fencing, and signage at the end of events. On-the-job training and supervision provided by experienced staff.
• Work within a close-knit team, relying on and supporting each other daily in all conditions. Join a hardworking and fun crew!

Requirements:

• Strong skiing skills; must ski the entire mountain proficiently.
• Effective and professional communication with racers, officials, coaches, co-workers, and guests.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and work in adverse weather conditions.
• Knowledge of race procedures and regulations, and experience in this field is desirable.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Mammoth Mountain is an equal opportunity employer.