Specialist Competition Services

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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 Epic 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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
 

Job 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
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary

Northstar Competition Services Department is seeking a qualified U.S. Ski and Snowboard Timing and Calculations staff member. This role is 10 month opportunity to be part of a growing team. The competition Service Specialist performs complex/skilled tasks associated with the day to day operations of race venues and events, either front of the house or back of the house. Responsibilities may include advanced course setting for skiing and mountain biking, skilled labor maintenance of race venue, light carpentry, and hill clean up.

Job Specifications:  

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $24.23/hr depending U.S. Ski and Snowboard Certification level

• Employment Type: Year Round (10-month)   

• Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available  

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age   

• Housing Availability: No 

Job Responsibilities:

• To continually strive to exceed our guest’s expectations  
• Expected to be up to date with all event information and act as resort ambassador 
• Event venue set up - Includes but is not limited to installing fences, tents, banners, timing wire, closures, etc. 
• Responsible use and proper daily storage of timing equipment, fencing, banners, shovels, and other event materials. 
• Maintain cleanliness and safe access to our different equipment storage areas 
• Assisting in the transportation of event equipment 
• Responsible for mountain radio and drill/batteries/drill bit, issued at the start of the season. 
• Ensure all competitions are executed to meet the needs of the rider's security and event criteria
• Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to, and sometimes more than, 50lbs - required.
• Ability to work with power tools (cordless drills, etc.) - required.
• Ability to safely operate authorized vehicles - required.
• Ability to multi task and focus on details as they pertain to competitions: required
• Ability to perform in highly active environment
• Valid U.S. Driver's license - required.
• High school diploma - required.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English - required. 
• Strong computer skills which includes homologated timing equipment, excel and Microsoft software
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays - required.
• Race course Officials license – Required
• Timing and Calculations USSA official’s license - Required

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $24.23/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.

Requisition ID  510255
Reference Date: 07/18/2025 
Job Code Function: Competition Services