Competition Crew

Company: Solitude Mountain Resort
Location: West Jordan
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Job Description:

Please note, this position is located at Solitude Mountain Resort in Solitude, UTSeasonal (Seasonal)JOB TITLE: Competition Crew DIVISION: Ski & Ride SchoolREPORTS TO: Team Solitude Manager LOCATION: Solitude Mountain ResortCLASSIFICATION: Part time/ Seasonal/ HourlyPOSITION: The Competitions crew member safely prepares, operates, maintains, and dismantles the NASTAR Race Hill venue at Solitude Mountain Resort. In addition, crew members will provide support to Race & Freeride venues.SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Intermediate skiing ability without using ski poles while carrying awkward loads
• Desire and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work well with others and provide quality guest services
• Good communication, organization and teamwork skills required
• Basic computer, cash register and point-of-sales skills required
• Alpine ski racing and/or Freestyle skiing knowledge/experience preferred
• Knowledge of ski race timing equipment and procedure desired but will train once hiredJOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Set-up/operate/maintain/dismantle a safe dual GS course for NASTAR/Group races
  • Set-up/maintain/remove a venue closure
  • Set-up/operate/maintain/dismantle race finish area (timing equipment, fences, etc.)
  • Set-up/operate/maintain/dismantle race start area (banners, fencing, computers, etc.)
  • Operate point of sale for credit card purchases
  • Record, display and announce racer finish times
  • Determine and award appropriate NASTAR medals to racers
  • Maintain/operate race venue in a safe manner consistent with accepted practices
  • Operate equipment and machinery in a safe manner following all Solitude Mountain Resort guidelines
  • Provide quality guest service by working together as a cohesive, responsible team
  • Provide guests with race venue information and other resort facts
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Solitude Manager or Ski and Ride School Management
  • Becoming a NASTAR pace setter will be required
  • Weekend Holiday and mid-week work will be requiredPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:Mountain Environment:
    • The primary physical environment in which this position works is out of doors with a high exposure level to cold, snow, wind, rain, bugs, sun, high altitude, extreme heights, lightning, etc...
    • Additional strenuous physical activity may include walking or hiking upon uneven, challenging terrain with equipment.
    • Exposure to: Ultraviolet radiation from the sun enhanced through lack of atmospheric filtration at work altitude.
    • Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other employees.
    • Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.THE BENEFITS AND PERKSAt Solitude Mountain Resort, we offer a variety of employee benefits! First, you are lucky enough to be working in the beautiful, scenic Wasatch Mountains. Enjoy mountain activities before work, after work, on work breaks, and on days off! Activities include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country, hiking, mountain biking, climbing, and so much more. Work with other mountain enthusiasts. This is an excellent opportunity to socialize, meet great people, and attend employee events around the resort. Some events include unique opportunities like employee ski days, employee yoga, live music events, film festival ski movie features, and many more summer activities- at work! You get to work and play in the same place. Eligibility is dependent on all employee classification of work.BENEFITS:Ski and Ride
      • Eligible employees receive a free Solitude season pass for themselves and eligible dependents. This includes unlimited skiing/riding for winter employees with no blackout dates and bike hauls for summer employees
      • Free access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations throughout North America for you and eligible dependents
      • Discounted Solitude lift tickets for your friends & family
      • Discounted ski and ride lessons
      • Free Nordic ski and snowshoe pass for the Solitude Nordic & Snowshoe Center for winter employees
      • Ski and ride perks at other local resorts
      • Complimentary UTA Ski Bus passOther Benefits
        • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSA, FSA for eligible employees
        • Discounts resort-wide for food, rentals, retail, lessons, and more
        • Pro deals with hundreds of outdoor brands
        • 401(k) plan with generous company match for all employees
        • Free counseling service for you and your household members through our Employee Assistance ProgramRequiredPreferredJob Industries

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