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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free skiing for dependents and Alterra

Free skiing at Alterra Resorts

Ski/snowboard lessons discounts

Equipment rental discount

Friends and Family vouchers

Retail & Food discount

401k with company match

Background check

Job summary

Mammoth Mountain in Mammoth Lakes, CA is seeking Race and Competition Assistants for the 2026-2027 winter season. You will participate in all aspects of event/race production, from setting up safety fencing to timing equipment and course management, alongside a dedicated team.

Strong skiing skills and the ability to work in varied weather are essential. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with opportunities to grow within the Race Department.

Qualifications

• Strong skiing skills with 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
• Knowledge of race procedures and regulations; experience in the field desirable

Responsibilities

• Learn rules and regulations of snowboarding and skiing competitions, and maintenance and safety of competition arenas.
• Race and Competition Assistants participate in all aspects of event/race production. Full-time and part-time positions for the 2026-2027 winter season.
• 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.

Skills

Skiing

Communication

Physically fit

Teamwork

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.