Lead Terrain Park Ranger RETURNING STAFF ONLY- Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass

Employee housing

Discounted onsite childcare

Accrued paid sick leave

401(k) match

Great discounts and pro deals

Medical benefits, vacation, parental &

Job summary

Schweitzer Mountain Resort in Idaho is seeking a Seasonal Terrain Park Staff to assist the Terrain Park Manager in directing staff, maintaining features, and ensuring guest safety and education. The position is full-time seasonal with multiple benefits and a wage of $20.00 to $22.00 per hour.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to obtain USSA/PSIA freestyle certifications. Work includes outdoor duties, training, and guest interaction in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Applicants should be able to present information clearly to customers and staff.
• Experience preferred in crowd supervision and guest education.
• A basic understanding of terrain park safety and etiquette is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist Terrain Park Manager with staff direction and supervision.
• Maintain and inspect terrain park features and signage.
• Assist with setup and maintenance of park features and events.
• Complete daily logs and incident reports as needed.
• Support training and scheduling of park staff.
• Enforce park pass policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Guest relations

Safety awareness

Staff supervision

Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License

USSA/PSIA freestyle certification

Job description

Seasonal

Welcome to Schweitzer-where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we're growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future.

Perks include:

• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass
• Employee housing
• Discounted onsite childcare
• Accrued paid sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Great discounts and access to pro deals
• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Employment Status: Full Time Seasonal

Wage Range: $ 20.00 to $22.00/hr

Minimum Age: 18

Background Check Required: No

Driver Verification Required: No

Position Summary:

Assists the Terrain Park Manager in directing and supervising terrain park staff to monitor and maintain terrain park features as well as other freestyle features when applicable. Acts as host in regard to crowd supervision, safety awareness education, freestyle terrain etiquette, and guest relations. Aids in design and construction of terrain park features. Enforces terrain park pass policy.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Install and maintain park signage, closures, trail markings, fencing, and tower pads.
• Assist in setup of terrain park features.
• Inspection of freestyle terrain features visually and physically.
• Ongoing monitoring and maintenance of terrain features and equipment.
• Fill out daily logs and incident reports as needed.
• Assist with special events including construction and maintenance of event sites.
• Participate in guest education and training.
• Assist Freestyle Terrain Manager with training, scheduling, and supervision of park staff.
• Will ensure documentation is filled out completely, accurately, and objectively.
• Will keep track of, and acquire supplies as needed.
• Check park passes and enforce terrain park pass policy.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.
• Must gain knowledge of the services that Schweitzer Mountain Resort offers.
• Frequently working around heavy equipment.
• May be required to help administer first aid and assist ski patrol.
• Will assist in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Specific Job Skills

License/Certifications - Drivers License preferred, USSA 100 Freestyle Certification or PSIA Freestyle Certification preferred.

Technical - None

Physical Capabilities - Advanced level skiing or snowboarding with park experience required. Able to remain outside in all weather conditions for entirety of shift. Able to lift 50lbs on own and more with assistance.

Additional -

• Ability to effectively present information in one on-one and small group situations to customers, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions.

Education/Related Experience

Minimum education required - English reading, writing and communication, Highschool diploma or GED preferred.

Minimum time in related position - At least 1 month related experience preferred.