Goldbelt Tram - Facilities Maintenance Technician

Goldbelt, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs semi-skilled preventative maintenance and repairs to the aerial tramway's mechanical and electrical systems. The role requires adherence to safety regulations, maintaining detailed logs of work performed, and assisting with material procurement. The technician will also participate in and provide training on emergency procedures and may assist with special facility projects. Additionally, the position involves the authority to discontinue operations for safety reasons, deny access to the tramway, and oversee operational compliance. In situations of understaffing or emergencies, the technician may perform duties of a Tram Operator or Tram Attendant and is expected to be on call during the operating season. The role also includes assuming responsibilities of the Tram Maintenance Supervisor in their absence and performing other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to learn how to physically climb out of the tramway cabin under the direction of the Maintenance and Operations manager and/or Tram Maintenance Supervisor.
Ability to learn how to physically rope evacuate passengers and self from cabin.
Ability to read and interpret tramway and lift blueprints, manuals, and warranty requirements.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to learn, understand, and follow verbal and manual instructions; work independently and as a self-starter.
General knowledge of mechanics, electrical controls, hydraulics, wire-ropes, and preventative maintenance procedures of aerial lifts or tramways.
Skill in operating personal computer utilizing a variety of computer software.
Working knowledge/familiarity of tram operations systems.
Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees.
Ability to work directly with the public, providing information and assistance on a daily basis.
Ability/willingness to learn and pass on to passengers those areas of interest to visitors, such as local history, people, culture, geography, etc.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of semi-skilled work, or advanced apprenticeship level experience in the electrical or mechanical field of work, performing general repairs and ongoing maintenance.
Current CPR/AED and first aid certificates; or ability to obtain as soon as training is available.
Current Rope access and/or Fall Protection certificate or ability to obtain as soon as training is available.

Nice To Haves

Prior tram maintenance experience.
May substitute heavy equipment and/or road vehicle repair and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Performs preventative maintenance and repairs to the tramway’s mechanical components or electrical systems in accordance with ANSI codes, using manufacturer-specified tools.
Maintains a signed, complete log detailing work performed, components serviced, their condition, and replacement parts used.
Assists in expediting materials needed for preventative maintenance and repairs.
Familiarizes self with tram, maintenance, and operational procedures, and follows proper safety procedures, including using safety equipment (e.g., harnesses) and applying lock-out tag-out procedures.
Participates in company and industry-sponsored training for emergency rope evacuation, emergency car evacuation, emergency drive operation, standby drive operation, top terminal generator operation, bottom terminal generator operation, and rescue winch operation.
Provides or assists with training on emergency procedures to designated employees and keeps current on emergency response protocols.
May work on special facility projects as needed.
Authorized to discontinue operations of the aerial tramway due to physical, adverse weather, personnel, or other reasons.
Authorized to deny access to the aerial tramway to any person based on provided procedures and criteria.
Oversees operational procedures and adherence to applicable regulations pertaining to the aerial tramway.
May perform the duties of a Tram Operator or Tram Attendant due to personnel understaffing, unexpected absences, or emergencies.
Is on call during the regular tram operating season and will assist the Director of Maintenance and Operations manager when needed.
Assumes responsibilities of Tram Maintenance Supervisor during his/her absences.
Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.