Winter Race Crew

Telluride Ski & Golf Resort; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent ski resort in the United Kingdom is seeking support staff for alpine race events. Responsibilities include maintaining race surfaces, securing race areas, and inspecting courses for safety. Candidates should have a strong technical skiing background and the ability to work effectively with children. Availability for evening and weekend shifts is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to be involved in competitive skiing events at a renowned location.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong technical skier background.
• Experience and certification as an Alpine Official preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide on the snow support for alpine race events.
• Install and remove fencing and safety netting as needed.
• Secure race areas and control access to the racecourse.

Skills

Strong technical skier background

Understanding of electronic timing systems

Ability to work effectively with children

Clear communication using 2 way radios

Experience as an Alpine Official

Job description

Job Summary

Provide on the snow support for alpine race events at the resort.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install and remove fencing and safety netting as needed.
• Side-slip and rake course to maintain a consistent surface for all racers.
• Secure race areas and control authorized access to the racecourse.
• Maintain race equipment, radios and other tools used by racing.
• Set, maintain, remove, and repair racing gates.
• Apply dye or salt to the racing course as needed.
• Inspect courses maintaining on-hill safety for athletes and other skiers.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by race director.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Strong technical skier background.
• Understanding of electronic timing systems.
• Ability to work effectively and appropriately with and around children.
• Communicate clearly using 2 way radios.
• SSA Membership not required but a plus.
• Experience and certification as an Alpine Official preferred.

Core Competencies

• Communicate effectively and actively listen to co-workers and management.
• Maintain high standards in the quality and consistency of work.
• Interact with team members effectively and put team goals first.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds while skiing.
• Must be able to ski, stand, bend, climb, lift, reach, push and pull repetitively.
• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.
• Must be able to adapt to climate and work in extreme weather conditions.

Shift Requirements

• Frequent evening shifts for after school practices and races.
• Frequent weekend and holiday shifts.
• Availability for weekday afternoons/evening and weekends is a plus.

Age Requirements

• Applicants must be at least age 18.