Lift Mechanic I

Lift Mechanic I

General Purpose:

Participate in inspections, testing, monitoring, maintenance and repair of ski lift machinery and components, tools and buildings to ensure safe and efficient lift operation at all times.  Train in lift maintenance procedures to achieve level 2 status.

This is a Full Time, Year Round position that offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K options, and a free season pass for you and your dependents.

Job Posting Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Inspect, test and monitor ski lift machinery and components.
• Execute scheduled maintenance on ski lift machinery and components, tools and buildings.
• Train in responding to, and determining cause of lift operational problems and in implementing solutions.
• Learn all resort, department, ANSI B.77 and state policies, procedures and regulations.
• Log all maintenance and repairs on log sheets.
• Inform lift maintenance manager of all work in progress and any problems encountered.
• Organize and clean shop, work areas and lift terminals.
• Remove snow from around lift machinery and buildings in winter. 
• Other duties as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Broad knowledge of ski lift equipment, terminology and operational procedures.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems and their operation.
• Ability to ride a snowmobile
• Ability to ski or snowboard.
• Previous experience with lifts is a plus.

Education and Experience: 

High school diploma or GED required.  A valid driver’s license is required.  

Working Environment/Physical Activities: 

Often the work day is spent outdoors in constantly changing weather conditions including snow, extreme cold, heat, rain, wind and lightning.  Other times the work day is spent indoors at various locations such as lift terminals, motor rooms, operator houses or in the lift maintenance shop.  An average day can consist of walking, standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, twisting and contorting. Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 100 pounds, as well as pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 250 pounds is possible.  Expect frequent aerial work, up to 75 feet above the ground, for prolonged periods of time on lift towers, work chairs, platforms and other various pieces of equipment.