Apprentice Lift Mechanic 1 - Year Round - Full Time
About The Position
The Lift Maintenance Department is hiring apprentice, journeyman, and master mechanics to maintain the resort’s lift system and associated equipment. Applicants with mechanical and electrical aptitude will be evaluated and placed according to their current skills and certifications, which also determine starting wage. The work is divided between field and shop environments and may involve lifts and gondolas. The role requires night and weekend work and collaboration with fellow mechanics and lift supervisors to support safe, efficient tramway operations. Employees must perform essential duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Requirements
- Two years of previous work history or education.
- Ability to adhere to all safety policies.
- Basic knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment.
- Must meet SSRC minimum driving standards and hold a current driver’s license; successful motor vehicle record background check required.
- Ability to safely operate a snowmobile in all conditions; training will be provided.
- One year as a lift operator, or one season of experience as a lift maintenance assistant.
- High school diploma.
- Ability to work nights and weekends.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds at various heights and/or on uneven terrain; walk on uneven terrain; tolerate extreme weather; and work at extreme heights, including climbing towers.
- Ability to read and write in English.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance activities needed to ensure safe and reliable operation of the area’s lift system and associated equipment.
- Conduct 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 other applicable requirements.
- Learn to start stalled ski lifts, assist with operation under auxiliary power, and follow lift failure and evacuation procedures.
- Continue developing job skills relevant to the equipment being maintained.
- Work effectively with the team to foster a positive work environment in a high-volume, sometimes stressful position.
- Work with fellow mechanics and lift supervisors to ensure safe and efficient tramway operations.
- 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 Year Round, Flex Year Round, and Season-to-Season employees.
- Apex-MEC minimum essential coverage plan for seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage, including preventive and urgent care visits, free telehealth, limited hospitalization, prescription drug benefits, and free multilingual behavioral health.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Discounted tuition with a partner online university.
- Paid parental leave of up to six weeks for eligible employees.
- Free regional bus pass.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
