Apprentice Lift Mechanic 1 - Year Round - Full Time

Steamboat Ski Resort•Steamboat Springs, CO
•Onsite

About The Position

The Lift Maintenance Department is hiring mechanics at apprentice, journeyman, and master levels. Candidates with mechanical and electrical aptitude will be placed according to their current skill set and certifications, which also determine starting wage. The resort operates multiple types of lifts and a gondola. The role involves maintenance in both field and shop environments and requires working nights and weekends. Employees must perform essential duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of previous work history or education.
  • One year as a lift operator or one season of experience as a lift maintenance assistant.
  • High school diploma.
  • Basic knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment.
  • Ability to adhere to all safety policies.
  • Current driver's license, ability to meet SSRC minimum driving standards, and successful motor vehicle record background check.
  • Ability to safely operate a snowmobile in all conditions; training is provided.
  • Ability to work nights and weekends.
  • Ability to read and write in English.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds at various heights and on uneven terrain, walk on uneven terrain, tolerate extreme weather conditions, and work at extreme heights, including climbing towers.
  • Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct maintenance activities to ensure safe and reliable operation of the area's lift system and associated equipment.
  • Perform daily, monthly, and weekly winter operational inspections of assigned lift equipment according to prescribed guidelines.
  • Complete work orders for maintenance activities.
  • Maintain an understanding of current Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board rules and regulations and those of other applicable agencies.
  • Become proficient at starting stalled ski lifts, assisting with auxiliary-power operation, and following lift failure and evacuation procedures.
  • Continue learning and developing skills specific to the equipment being maintained.
  • Work effectively with the team to support a positive work environment in a high-volume and sometimes stressful position.
  • Work with fellow mechanics and lift supervisors to ensure safe and efficient tramway operations.
  • Perform duties in both field and shop environments and work on lifts and/or gondola.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Free Alterra Mountain Pass for eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass for eligible employees.
  • Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees.
  • Vacation and sick time policies for eligible employees.
  • Discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, and other items.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, and FSAs for eligible year-round, flex year-round, and season-to-season employees.
  • Apex-MEC minimum essential coverage plan for eligible seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage, including preventive visits, urgent care visits, telehealth, limited hospitalization, prescription drug benefits, and multilingual behavioral health.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Discounted tuition with a partner online university.
  • Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees.
  • Free regional bus pass.
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