Terrain Park Attendant

• Limited housing opportunity for seasonal, FULL-TIME employees
• SKI FREE @ Copper
• Option to participate in the Summit Foundation Ski Medallion program through Employee Giving

This seasonal Terrain Park Attendant, is an hourly position that assists in the daily operations of the Frisco Adventure Park. This position helps in the safe operation of the rope tow operated terrain park and ski/ride hill.  The responsibilities include site set up, feature maintenance and placement, Hand/rake grooming, daily operations, rope tow operation and overall safety of the operation.  Responsible for delivering exceptional guest service through safe and efficient loading and unloading of the rope tow. Coordinate and communicate with guest service staff to ensure seamless, safe and effective Adventure Park Operations.  The Terrain Park Attendant may also be asked to assist with ski/ride hill operations, tubing hill, special events, guest services and other Adventure Park activities. This position works with other staff members to effectively rotate through the different stations, ensuring the team receives appropriate breaks. 

Why work for the Town of Frisco as the Terrain Park Attendant? There are many reasons!

Some amazing incentives are the convenience of a clean car year-round with a FREE car wash, free recycling, trash, and compost pick up. Summer incentives include free paddle sports, a free 2-hour pontoon/fishing boat rental reservation (one per employee) and free boat rentals if not rented for the final rental of the day. Winter incentives include free tubing at the Frisco Adventure Park, free Nordic Center passes for employee and family, free Terrain Park pass, friends and family passes for tubing, Copper Mountain discounted season passes, Copper Mountain free daily lift ticket voucher program for employee and half off for dependents. Want to know more? Check out the benefits tab above. And of course, don't forget to apply to take advantage of the cool perks and the amazing opportunity that awaits you!

Desired start date: 11/19/2026 & estimated end-of-season date: 4/11/2027
Schedule requires holidays, evenings, and weekends. Generally four (4), ten (10) hour shifts. Operating seven (7) days a week.

Essential Functions

• Take ownership of daily operations of the Terrain Park and all associated preparations for daily operations.
• Engages in hands-on labor, in the overall maintenance of the site including but not limited to; Rope Tow, rails, boxes, tubes, jumps, and snow guns.
• Perform daily logs and risk management assessment of terrain park, including feature layout and placement and necessary signage.
• Effectively test features, monitor daily maintenance, and open/close features when appropriate.
• Ensures the safe operation of rope tow. Includes daily inspections and testing per DORA regulations and assists the team during inspections.
• Monitors and maintain snow surfaces to ensure safe and consistent ski/ride conditions.  
• Daily tasks may include; minimizing risks, building and maintaining terrain features to meet the demand of guests, preventative maintenance, cleaning, inventory recording of existing PRA infrastructure, and implementing safety precautions.
• At times operate machinery, trucks, UTV, snowmobile, power tools. Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area which includes but is not limited to; pump house, yurt, tube storage, and maintenance facility.
• Assist with terrain park special event prep, private rental set-up, and private team training sessions and/or after school terrain park programs.
• Ensure all opening and closing procedures of Frisco Adventure Park and Day Lodge are completed.
• Communicate with management in a timely and professional manner verbally and in writing to resolve guest issues and ensure safety.
• Provide exceptional customer service to all Adventure Park pass holders and guests by giving appropriate information, directions, and conducting all transactions with a smile, eye contact, and clear communication.
• Follow industry safety practices regarding the use of technical equipment. This includes but is not limited to, the rope tow, magic carpet, snow guns, snowmobiles, snow blowers, and all other machinery.
• Remains alert and vigilant to provide instructions to guests and identify possible problems requiring the immediate stoppage of the rope tow or lift. 
• Respond to incidents or emergencies as covered in the training manual. Report all incidents to management in a timely manner.
• Answer repetitive questions, scenarios, and tasks with professionalism, politeness, and courtesy.
• Interact with and maintain professional attitudes and relationships with guests, co-workers, and management in a positive, professional manner at all times using appropriate language and conversations.
• Inform guests of Adventure Park safety practices, operating rules, and regulations and help to enforce these rules as necessary.  Also responsible for making sure guests are prepared for changing weather conditions.
• Work in a team-based environment supporting the Adventure Park, Recreation Department, the Town of Frisco, and the initiatives of the Director and Managers.
• Utilizes on-slope communication equipment and processes to ensure appropriate communication, to ensure appropriate safety response and guest service.

Marginal Duties

• Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding all Adventure Park and Recreation Department programs, facilities, and services.

Other Essential Responsibilities:

Specific knowledge, skills and abilities needed for position:

Area	Comments
Education:	Preferred: High School Diploma or GED
Computer Operations:	Preferred: Microsoft Word and Excel
Licenses, Certifications  or Accreditations:	Required: CPR/AED & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within the first 6 months or 1 month if seasonal/temporary position.  Training provided by the Town.) Preferred: Valid Colorado Driver’s License
Previous Work Experience:	Preferred: 1 year of experience working the ski industry and/or terrain park operations
Previous Supervisory Exercised:	N/A
Language Ability:	Required: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Decision Making Ability:	Required: Demonstrated ability to function independently and make sound and reasonable decisions in the absence of supervisory guidance.
Other:	Required: Ability to pass a background investigation.

Physical Demands:

Weight	LIFTING: Does the job require weight to be lifted or force to be exerted? If so, how much and how often?	Activities	OTHER PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED: How much on the job time is spent performing the following?
Up to 10 Pounds	2/3 OR MORE	Standing	2/3 OR MORE
Up to 25 Pounds	2/3 OR MORE	Walking	2/3 OR MORE
Up to 50 Pounds	2/3 OR MORE	Sitting	UP TO 1/3
Up to 100 Pounds	UP TO 1/3	Using hands to finger, hands to feel	2/3 OR MORE
More than 100 Pounds	UP TO 1/3	Reaching with hands and arms	2/3 OR MORE
		Climb or balance	1/3 to 2/3
		Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl	2/3 OR MORE
		Talk or hear	2/3 OR MORE
		Taste or smell	UP TO 1/3

OTHER PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIREMENTS OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Indoor/Outdoor:	90% outdoor; 10% indoor
Hazardous Materials or Noise:	Noisy at times,, Fuel, Oils, Gasoline
Holidays/Weekends/Evenings:	Yes, both
Equipment Used in Job:	Magic Carpet, Rope Tow, tubes, large and small machinery, power and hand tools, chain saws, snowmobile, utility vehicle, truck, snow cat, snow making machines and radios.
Other:	The position requires the ability to travel over snow and ice in challenging weather conditions as well as working outdoors in extreme weather conditions for long periods of time up to 8 hours.  Physical demands include walking up and downhill on snow and ice, lifting and carrying heavy objects, post-holing through snow, bending, shoveling, pulling.

VISION: 

Close Vision: YES	Distance Vision: YES	Color Vision: YES
Peripheral Vision: YES	Depth Perception: YES	Ability to adjust focus: YES

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

The Town of Frisco is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.