Winter 26/27: Race, Competitions and Events Crew Level 3 – World Cup

POWDR • Copper Mountain, CO

1d • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Copper Mountain Resort is hiring a seasonal, full-time Race, Competitions and Events Crew Level 3 – World Cup member to support winter training and events in an outdoor, high-alpine environment. The role involves pre-event preparation, venue construction and disassembly, and event operations for races, competitions, training, and other resort events. Events may include US Ski Team Speed Venue training, World Cup team training, NORAMs, Grand Prix Big Air/Halfpipe, FIS Alpine, Rev Tour, Dew Tour, USASA Nationals, Special Olympics, SIA, and RMS.

The crew member serves as an ambassador for Copper Mountain, provides professional guest service, follows safety procedures, and supports requests from the Race, Competition and Event team and other departments. The position requires expert skiing and equipment-operation skills, the ability to work long hours outdoors at elevations of 10,000–13,000 feet, and flexibility to work any day or hours, including holidays. Hours may fluctuate with business volume, and overtime may occur during major events.

The role may include sharing knowledge with less experienced crew and independently leading a small part of the crew in completing tasks. The position is seasonal, and responsibilities may evolve with resort needs. The proposed hiring rate is $15.16 or more, adjusted based on experience, with a discretionary spot bonus upon completion of World Cup.

Requirements

• Expert skiing skills, including the ability to ski with more than 50 pounds.
• Expert skiing ability across all terrain, conditions, and locations on the mountain.
• Expert operational ability with snowmobiles, wheeled and tracked Rangers, and power equipment.
• Ability to work for 8 or more hours in an extreme high-alpine winter environment at elevations of 10,000–13,000 feet.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and days, including holidays; overtime may occur during major events.
• Advanced computer skills, including use of Word and Excel.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, potentially high-pressure environment, with little supervision.
• Ability to communicate professionally, solve problems under pressure, stay organized, and see projects through to completion.

Nice To Haves

• High school education.
• At least 2 years of ski-area mountain operations experience.
• At least 2 years of venue experience in alpine, snowboard, or freestyle events.
• At least 2 years of experience operating snowmobiles, wheeled and tracked Rangers, and power equipment.
• At least 2 years of experience leading projects and employees.
• Expertise setting, maintaining, and dismantling A and B net protection systems.
• Expertise constructing scaffolding, tents, and other event infrastructure.
• Expertise with timing systems, communication lines, and NASTAR.
• Current official certification from USSA, USASA, or equivalent in Referee, Timing and Calculations, COC, COR, RA, judging, or a related area, along with Safe Sport.
• Background in alpine ski racing, big mountain free skiing, PSIA, HP, freestyle, or slopestyle.
• Openness to learning new skills; the department supports continued education.

Responsibilities

• Support races, competitions, events, training, and other Copper Mountain department requests as directed by managers and supervisors.
• Help build, maintain, and dismantle race, competition, and event venues and safety/protective systems, including A and B netting, tower nets, and airbags, in accordance with industry standards.
• Operate vehicles, snowmobiles, Rangers, hand tools, and other equipment as directed and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow Corporate and Department SOPs, company policies, and safety procedures; monitor the work environment to help ensure the safety of staff and competition guests.
• Provide outstanding service to internal and external guests and handle inquiries and complaints professionally with a solution-oriented approach.
• Represent Copper Mountain professionally and help create positive guest and staff experiences.
• Care for and maintain company equipment.
• Model duties and share experience and knowledge with new and returning employees; independently lead a small part of the crew when needed.
• Work efficiently, punctually, and according to operational plans; help ensure events are delivered effectively.
• Support managers and supervisors in meeting goals and objectives.
• Attend applicable training after hiring, if required.

Benefits

• Season pass for employees and dependents.
• Privileges at several other resorts.
• Discount programs for food and beverage, retail and rental, tickets, and other offerings.
• Discretionary spot bonus upon completion of World Cup.
• Competitive benefits (specific benefits not detailed).
• Employee housing.
• Unique work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed