Lead Terrain Park: Design, Build & Guide the Slopes

Vail Resorts; Paoli (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee passes & discounted lift

40% discounts on lodging, food, gear

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Paoli, IN is seeking a Lead Terrain Park Crew member for the 2026/2027 winter season. You will lead terrain park attendants and groomers, oversee feature design and nightly grooming plans, and ensure safe, high-quality terrain park experiences for employees and guests.

The role requires 3+ years terrain park experience and 2+ years supervisory experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ski/snowboard equipment must be provided by you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years terrain park experience
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience
• 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

Responsibilities

• Lead Terrain Park Attendants and Groomers through daily Terrain Park Operations and nightly design/construction plan
• Perform daily risk assessments, feature inspections, maintenance and testing of all features
• Direct leads, attendants and operators to complete projects and maintenance efficiently
• Assist Ski Patrol on accident investigations
• Act as liaison between attendants and upper management/other departments
• Help develop nightly grooming plans for Terrain Parks
• Be responsible for park operations when manager is unavailable
• Model employee development and guest-service initiatives
• Participate in trainings for Terrain Park Attendants and implement tools/equipment

Skills

Terrain park experience

Supervisory experience

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Ski/snowboard equipment

Job description

Vail Resorts in Paoli, IN is seeking a Lead Terrain Park Crew member for the 2026/2027 winter season. You will lead terrain park attendants and groomers, oversee feature design and nightly grooming plans, and ensure safe, high-quality terrain park experiences for employees and guests.

The role requires 3+ years terrain park experience and 2+ years supervisory experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ski/snowboard equipment must be provided by you.