Lead: Terrain Park

Vail Resorts; Colorado; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee ski passes

Free ski lessons for employees

Employee discounted lift tickets for朋友

40% retail discounts

Wellness benefits

Training & development

Referral program

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Colorado is seeking a Lead Terrain Park Crew member for the 2026/2027 winter season. You will design, build, shape, and maintain terrain parks, leading a team of attendants and groomers to ensure a safe and exciting guest experience.

The role requires prior terrain park and supervisory experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors in alpine conditions. Competitive hourly pay and seasonal housing options are provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of terrain park experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work outside in alpine environments.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must have own ski or snowboard equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Terrain Park Attendants and Groomers through daily operations and nightly design plans.
• Perform daily risk assessments, feature inspections, maintenance, and testing.
• Direct teams to complete projects and routine maintenance efficiently.
• Assist Ski Patrol with accident investigations.
• Act as liaison between attendants and management, and other departments.
• Help develop nightly grooming plans for Terrain Parks.
• Make park-operations decisions when the manager is unavailable.
• Model employee development and guest service initiatives.

Skills

Terrain park experience

Supervisory experience

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Own ski or ride equipment

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

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary

The Lead Terrain Park Crew will deliver the Terrain Park experience for our employees and guests. You will assist with designing, building, shaping, and maintaining the terrain parks for our guests.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $23.00/hr - $30.61/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities

• Lead Terrain Park Attendants and Groomers efficiently through the daily Terrain Park Operations and nightly design and construction plan
• Performs a daily assessment of risk, feature inspections, maintenance, and testing of all features
• Directs leads, attendants, and operators to complete projects and general maintenance in an efficient and carefully planned manner
• Assist Ski Patrol on accident investigations
• Act as liaison between attendants and upper management and other departments
• Assist in the development of nightly grooming plans for Terrain Parks
• Responsible for park operations/decision making when manager is unavailable
• Act as role model regarding employee development and guest service-related initiatives
• Assist in all trainings for Terrain Park Attendants including the implementation of all necessary tools and equipment
• Ongoing development of standard operating procedures and Best Practices
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of terrain park experience - preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience - preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to work outside in alpine environment
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must have own ski or ride equipment

The expected pay range is $23.00/hr - $30.61/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

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.

Requisition ID 517012
Reference Date: 08/28/2026
Job Code Function: Terrace Park