Lead Terrain Park Crew

Vail Resorts; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski lessons

Free employee passes

Employee discounts

Wellness benefits

Training & development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for the Lead Terrain Park Crew to design, build, shape, and maintain terrain parks for guests and employees this winter season. Starting wages range from $23.00/hr to $30.61/hr, with full-time and part-time shifts available across a winter seasonal period for 2026/2027.

The role requires at least 3 years in terrain parks (2+ in supervision), a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors in alpine conditions.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead Terrain Park Attendants and Groomers through daily terrain park operations and nightly design and construction plan.
• Perform daily risk assessments, feature inspections, maintenance, and testing of features.
• Direct teams to complete projects efficiently and safely; assist Ski Patrol on incidents.
• Develop nightly grooming plans for Terrain Parks; assist in employee training.

Skills

Terrain Park Experience

Supervisory Experience

Driver's License

Outdoor Work

Job description

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

The Lead Terrain Park Crew will deliver the Terrain Park experience for our employees and guests.You willassistwith designing, building, shaping, andmaintainingthe 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 and Part Timehours 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 generalmaintenance in an efficient and carefully planned manner

Assist Ski Patrol on accident investigations

Act as liaison betweenattendants and upper management and other departments

Assistin the development of nightly grooming plans for Terrain Parks

Responsible for park operations/decision making when manager is unavailable

Act as role modelregardingemployee development and guest service-related initiatives

Assistin 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.