Race, Competitions, and Events Crew Level 2

POWDR • Copper Mountain, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Copper Mountain Resort is seeking an expert skier or rider with 1+ years of mountain operations, event operations, and project leadership experience to join their Race, Competitions, and Events Crew Level 2. This is a full-time, seasonal, outdoor position that requires active, rugged, and personable individuals with a strong work ethic who enjoy working in a high alpine winter environment. The role involves pre-event preparation, event operations, construction, and disassembly of venues, supporting major races, competitions, events, and training. Responsibilities include implementing world-class venues and operations for various events such as the US Ski Team Speed Venue, World Cup team training, Fall and Spring Team training, NORAMS, Grand Prix Big Air/Halfpipe, FIS Alpine, Rev Tour, Dew Tour, USASA Nationals, Special Olympics, SIA, and RMS.

Requirements

• EXPERT skiing or riding skills with the ability to lift and ski / ride with an excess of 50 lbs.
• EXPERT skiing or riding ability on all terrain, all conditions, and all locations on the mountain.
• Proficient in the operations of snowmobiles, wheeled and tracked rangers and power equipment.
• Must have the ability to work in an extreme high alpine winter environment (10,000’ – 13,000’) for 8+ hours.
• Must be flexible with hours and days of work, including holidays.
• Intermediate computer skills with use of Word, Excel, etc.
• Must have a valid US Driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• High school education.
• Current driver’s license.
• 1+ years of Ski Area Mountain Operations experience.
• 1+ years of venue experience in alpine, snowboard or freestyle events.
• 1+ years’ experience in the operations of snowmobiles, wheeled and tracked Rangers and power equipment.
• 1+ years of leading projects & employees.
• Proficient in setting, maintaining & tearing down “A” and “B” net protection systems.
• Proficient in constructing scaffolding, tents, and other event infrastructure.
• Proficient with timing systems, communication lines, NASTAR, etc.
• Current Officials certifications with one USSA or USASA (or equivalent) in Referee, Timing and Calculations, COC, COR, RA, judging, etc., along with Safe Sport.
• Department supports continued education.
• A Background in Alpine ski racing, big mountain free skiing, PSIA, HP, Freestyle, or Slopestyle.
• Candidates must be open-minded and ready to learn new skills.
• Upon hiring, Race, Competition and Events Crew will begin to attend applicable training if required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees.
• Uphold the most professional image.
• Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.
• Add value to Copper Mountain and its Resort partners.
• Follow and adhere to Copper’s Safety culture.
• Always provide outstanding guest service for internal and external guests.
• Be a Copper Mountain Team player.
• Support all Races, Competitions, Events, and other Copper Mountain department requests as directed by your manager and supervisors.
• Help to build, maintain, and tear down all Race, Competition and Event venues following all industry standards including all safety/protective systems: “A” and “B” net, tower nets, air bags, etc.
• Help to operate Coppers NASTAR / Public Racing venue daily.
• Operate vehicles, snowmobiles, rangers, hand tools and other equipment as directed by your manager and supervisors while following all company polies and procedures.
• Take care of all company equipment and maintain it as if it was your own.
• Ability to work long hours, most of it spent outdoors in a high alpine environment.
• Be a role model for new & returning employees on various duties and be a positive, constructive example to others.
• Bring ski area experiences and knowledge and share it with the team.
• Be forward thinking, efficient, punctual and follow the plan when involved in operations.
• Ensure our team is creating the best events possible.
• Maintain a professional profile with event officials, employees, and competition guests.
• Handle all inquiries and complaints in a professional and competent manner with a solution-based approach.
• Demonstrate problem solving with a professional demeanor when under pressure.
• Supports Managers and Supervisors with goals and objectives.
• Risk Management: Follow all Corporate and Department SOP’s.
• View the work environment in a way to ensure the safety of our staff and competition guests.
• Completely know and follow company policies and procedures.
• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The applicant must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.
• Ability to share experience and knowledge with less experienced crew.
• Ability to independently lead a small part of the crew to complete a task.

Benefits

• company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options
• season pass for employees/dependents
• privileges at several other resorts
• Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED