Lead Competition Services

Vail Resorts; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 31,684 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes

Lift ticket discounts

Free ski lessons

Housing

401(k)

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for its Race Crew as part of the Competition Services department in Colorado. This winter seasonal role offers full-time hours with wages starting at $23.00 per hour and going up to $29.22 per hour.

Housing is available, and applicants must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in alpine conditions. Join a team that delivers exciting ski racing experiences, with opportunities for training, development, and wellness benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to ski/ride with equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must communicate fluently in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain race facilities daily.
• Construct and maintain event venues; provide event support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Skiing/Snowboarding

English fluency

Heavy lifting

Outdoor work

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re‑discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service – our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family and free ski lessons
• More employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Job Summary

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary. Our Competition Services department is looking for individuals with a love for ski racing to be part of our Race Crew. If you want to have a hand in the action, join our team and bring our race courses to life.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $23.00/hr - $29.22/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Perform daily set up and maintenance of race facilities.
• Event venue construction, maintenance, and event support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Able to lift & carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to ski/ride with equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Ski to minimum of Level 7.
• Able to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment.
• Basic hand tool knowledge and skill preferred.

The expected pay range is $23.00/hr – $29.22/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.