Lead Terrain Park Crew

Job summary

Lead the terrain park crew in the design, construction, and maintenance of park features for guests. Oversee daily operations, perform risk assessments, and coordinate grooming plans while acting as a liaison between staff and management.

Job details

Rockies Vail Beaver Creek Breckenridge Park City Keystone Crested Butte Grand Teton Lodge Company Vail Resorts Headquarters West Heavenly Northstar Kirkwood Stevens Pass Northeast Stowe Okemo Mount Snow Hunter Attitash Wildcat Mount Sunapee Crotched Mid-Atlantic Liberty Roundtop Whitetail Jack Frost Big Boulder Midwest Wilmot Afton Alps Mt Brighton Alpine Valley Boston Mills & Brandywine Mad River Mountain Hidden Valley Snow Creek Paoli Peaks Canada Whistler Blackcomb Australia Perisher Falls Creek Hotham Lead Terrain Park Crew Date: Sep 11, 2026 Location: Whistler, BC, Canada Company: Whistler Blackcomb Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! 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. 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 RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service) 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 The Lead Terrain Park Crew will deliver the Terrain Park experience for our employees and guests. You will assist with designing, building, shaping, and maintaining the terrain parks for our guests. Job Specifications: Starting Wage: $24.00/hr - $32.00/hr Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Shift Type: Full Time hours available Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: Yes Job Responsibilities Lead Terrain Park Attendants and Groomers efficiently through the daily Terrain Park Operations and nightly design and construction plan Performs a daily assessment of risk, feature inspections, maintenance, and testing of all features Directs leads, attendants, and operators to complete projects and general maintenance in an efficient and carefully planned manner Assist Ski Patrol on accident investigations Act as liaison between attendants and upper management and other departments Assist in the development of nightly grooming plans for Terrain Parks Responsible for park operations/decision making when manager is unavailable Act as role model regarding employee development and guest service-related initiatives Assist in all trainings for Terrain Park Attendants including the implementation of all necessary tools and equipment Ongoing development of standard operating procedures and Best Practices Other duties as assigned Job Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of terrain park experience - preferred Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience - preferred Must have a valid driver's license Ability to work outside in alpine environment Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Must have own ski or ride equipment 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 516599 Reference Date: 08/11/2026 Job Code Function: Terrain Park

What you’ll do

Lead the terrain park crew in the design, construction, and maintenance of park features for guests. Oversee daily operations, perform risk assessments, and coordinate grooming plans while acting as a liaison between staff and management.

Requirements

Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to work in an alpine environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds. Preferred qualifications include at least 3 years of terrain park experience and 2 years of supervisory experience.

Benefits

• Free Epic passes • Free ski and snowboard lessons • 40% Retail discounts • Epic Service training and development • Wellness benefits • Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family • Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles • RSP Options • Employee Assistance Program • Referral Program • Health Insurance • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Free ski passes for dependents • Critical Illness and Accident plans

Listed skills

• assessment · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Terrain Park Design
• Terrain Park Construction
• Supervisory Skills
• Risk Assessment
• Feature Inspection
• Grooming Planning
• Guest Service
• Employee Development
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Alpine Environment Operations

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Management & Leadership
• Hospitality
• Trades