Terrain Park Attendant

Vail Resorts; Ludlow (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Free ski passes and lessons

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Ludlow, VT is seeking a Terrain Park Attendant for the winter season to help design, build, and maintain terrain parks while promoting safety and guest enjoyment. You will inspect features, monitor park activity, and educate guests on safety and etiquette as a positive ambassador for the resort.

The role requires strong customer service, outdoor work tolerance, and the ability to work weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.
• Intermediate or higher skiing or snowboarding ability on all snow surface conditions.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently as well as with a team.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the construction and daily maintenance of terrain park features.
• Assist with daily terrain park operations including opening, inspecting, testing, and closing features and parks.
• Install, maintain, and monitor signage/banners, boundary ropes/fencing, entries/exits and other safety elements.
• Monitor terrain park areas to promote safe guest behavior and adherence to resort policies.
• Report hazards, damage, maintenance concerns, incidents, and unsafe conditions to terrain park management.
• Assist with special events, freestyle competitions, and other marketing/promotional activations.
• Interact positively with guests, identifying educational opportunities and providing excellent customer service at all times.
• Communicate clearly and effectively via 2-way radio.
• Support other Mountain Operations departments as assigned.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Guest Service Excellence

Communication Skills

Teamwork and Collaboration

Professionalism

Problem Solving

Situational Awareness

Accountability

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.

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 (https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US)

Job Summary:

Terrain Park Attendants help create and maintain freestyle terrain environments around the mountain to provide reasonably safe and enjoyable experiences for guests. This position assists with the designing, building, shaping, and maintenance of terrain parks, as well as monitors park activity, educates guests on terrain park safety and etiquette, performs daily feature inspections, and helps maintain the overall appearance and functionality of the terrain parks. The Attendant serves as a positive ambassador for the resort while promoting a culture of safety, progression, and inclusivity.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the construction and daily maintenance of terrain park features
• Assist with daily terrain park operations including opening, inspecting, testing, and closing features and parks
• Install, maintain, and monitor signage/banners, boundary ropes/fencing, entries/exits and other safety elements
• Monitor terrain park areas to promote safe guest behavior and adherence to resort policies
• Report hazards, damage, maintenance concerns, incidents, and unsafe conditions to terrain park management
• Assist with special events, freestyle competitions, and other marketing/promotional activations
• Interact positively with guests, identifying educational opportunities and providing excellent customer service at all times
• Communicate clearly and effectively via 2-way radio
• Support other Mountain Operations departments as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to communicate fluently in English
• Intermediate or higher skiing or snowboarding ability on all snow surface conditions
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operational guidelines
• Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently as well as with a team
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and peak periods

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, ski, or snowboard for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in cold, snowy, windy, and changing mountain weather conditions
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, shovel, and perform physically demanding outdoor tasks

Work Environment:

• Outdoor mountain environment with exposure to snow, ice, wind, cold temperatures, and variable weather conditions
• Fast-paced operational setting requiring continual awareness of guest activity and safety conditions
• Regular interaction with guests, ski patrol, lift operations, grooming, and other mountain departments

Key Competencies:

• Safety Awareness
• Guest Service Excellence
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Professionalism
• Problem Solving
• Situational Awareness
• Accountability

Preferred:

• 1+ years of experience in terrain park or mountain operations
• Familiarity with current terrain park trends and feature design principles
• Experience with guest service or outdoor recreation operations

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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.