Race Crew

Mount Southington Ski Area; Plantsville (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage: $17.50

Complimentary ski/ride access

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mount Southington Ski Area in Plantsville, CT is seeking Race Crew to support race operations by managing start procedures and operating timing systems. You will help send racers from the gate and record official times with precision in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

This seasonal role requires focus, reliability, and strong communication. Candidates should be available evenings and weekends; USSA/PSIA certification is a plus, and prior ski racing or timing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Dependable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in timing data.
• Good communication and teamwork skills for field operations.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as program times require.

Responsibilities

• Manage the start gate and signal racers to begin their run.
• Ensure racers are prepared and positioned correctly before starting.
• Maintain alertness and consistency throughout race sessions.
• Operate timing equipment to accurately record race results.
• Monitor timing systems for accuracy and troubleshoot basic issues.
• Communicate timing information clearly to race officials.
• Complete required trainings as assigned by mountain leadership.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Plantsville, CT 06479Position Type: SeasonalJob Shift: Primarily OutdoorsJob Category: Racing

Position Summary

Race Crew members are responsible for supporting race operations by managing start procedures and/or operate timing systems. Whether you are sending racers out of the gate or capturing their official times down to the fraction of a second, you are essential to the thrill, fairness, and precision of every run. This role requires focus, consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced outdoor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the start gate and signal racers to begin their run
• Ensure racers are prepared and positioned correctly before starting
• Maintain alertness and consistency throughout race sessions
• Communicate clearly with racers and race officials
• Monitor start area and follow established procedures
• Operate timing equipment to accurately record race results
• Monitor timing systems for accuracy and troubleshoot basic issues
• Remain attentive, detail-oriented and focused while working in a fast‑paced and changing environment
• Communicate timing information clearly to race officials
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of race times
• Complete required trainings as assigned by mountain leadership
• Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership

Qualifications, Requirements, and Compensation

• Dependable and punctual
• Strong attention to detail
• Exercise sound judgment and remain calm while responding to changing conditions and operational demands
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high-volume environment
• Availability to work during program times including evenings Monday – Thursday and various times on weekends
• USSA and/or PSIA certification preferred
• Prior experience with ski racing events or timing systems preferred
• Successful completion of background check

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and ski/snowboard for extended periods of time (up to 8+ hours)
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme varying winter conditions
• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate snow-covered, icy, uneven, and changing terrain, surface and subsurface conditions
• Ability to bend, shovel snow, and assist guests physically when needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $17.50/hour
• Benefits: Complimentary ski/ride access for the duration of employment and employee discounts on food and beverages at participating locations (subject to mountain policy)