Experienced Lift Mechanic - 2026

POWDR • Bend, OR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Experienced Lift Mechanic maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots aerial and surface lifts and can perform the duties of a Lift Maintenance Mechanic Level 2. The role requires advanced mechanical knowledge, familiarity with low-voltage control systems, safe industrial work practices, lift-specific maintenance expertise, and the ability to work with minimal to no supervision. The mechanic guides, directs, and trains lift maintenance personnel; prepares lifts for operation; performs inspections and preventive maintenance; and leads major maintenance projects. The role also supports supervisors with planning, scheduling, parts ordering, and documentation. Employees may operate lifts for passengers and provide courtesy transportation to guests as directed by Ski Patrol.

This is a full-time position in Bend, Oregon, with a stated hiring range of $25–$30 per hour, depending on experience. The schedule is full-time. The minimum age requirement is 21.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of verifiable experience as a Lift Mechanic or equivalent at another ski area; alternatively, 5 years of verifiable Lift Mechanic experience at Mt. Bachelor and 3 years as a Lift Maintenance Mechanic, Level 2 at Mt. Bachelor.
• Oregon Driver’s License.
• CPR certification.
• Three ILM Certificates from PNSAA or another lift maintenance seminar, such as RMLA or LMS.
• A certificate or degree relevant to Lift Maintenance, as determined by the Lift Maintenance Manager.
• Advanced mechanical theories, industrial safety proficiency, advanced troubleshooting principles, detachable lift theory and design, and general electrical theory, design, and application.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively using radio communications; hazard recognition, environmental training, and basic first aid.
• Ability to climb ladders and structural elements, work with hand and power tools, perform work while wearing a full-body harness or other personal protective equipment, and walk on uneven or irregular surfaces.
• Ability to shovel snow and walk on steep and uneven surfaces.
• Minimum age of 21.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties and responsibilities of all Lift Maintenance personnel.
• Train and supervise Lift Maintenance personnel in carrying out their duties.
• Direct and complete preparation of multiple lifts for operational use.
• Train entry-level personnel to operate lifts using main and auxiliary drives.
• Perform weekly and monthly lift inspections, advanced preventive maintenance, and mechanical repairs.
• Troubleshoot advanced mechanical component discrepancies and failures.
• Use lift maintenance documentation, safety bulletins, drawings, parts catalogues, and industry-specific codes and requirements.
• Prepare required documentation using maintenance-related software.
• Perform maintenance involving hydraulics, lubrication, power transmission, rotating machinery, and electricity.
• Perform industry-related work such as rigging and lifting, ropeway maintenance, and industrial safety tasks.
• Safely operate over-the-snow and wheeled vehicles.
• Apply a specialization in lift maintenance, such as detachable grip, line machinery, drive machinery, or control systems maintenance.
• Use peripheral skills such as welding and fabrication, carpentry, machine or electrical design, and machining.
• Develop, implement, and supervise large-scale lift maintenance projects.
• Assist Lift Maintenance Supervisors with planning, scheduling, parts ordering, and required documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee pre-operational and operational procedures and inspections.
• Supervise pre-operational procedures in assigned zones and basic preventive maintenance projects.
• Operate lifts for passengers and provide courtesy transportation for guests as directed by Ski Patrol.
• Lead major projects and respond as chief firefighter when a lift goes down.
• Schedule and assign work within the scope of assigned projects.
• Provide input for performance reviews of Lift Maintenance Assistants and Mechanics.

Benefits

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent season passes.
• Free and discounted friends and family day passes.
• Free transportation to and from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine.
• Resort discounts on food and beverage, retail, rentals, lessons, and more.
• Winter employee housing program and summer camping program.
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match and immediate vesting.
• Discounted onsite daycare at Mt. Bachelor.
• Local and national discounts, including YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, and Mammut.
• Free reciprocal employee access to other POWDR resorts and 50% day passes at IKON Pass resorts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED