Lift Electrician

Tamarack Resort•Donnelly, ID

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lift Electrician is primarily responsible for ski lift electrical maintenance, both preventative and unscheduled, working closely with the Lift Maintenance team. The position will also work on snowmaking systems and assist with other electrical maintenance throughout the resort as the need arises. This is a challenging position in an outside environment that typically includes the use of snowmobiles and ATV's, climbing ski lift towers and servicing on-mountain systems in all weather conditions.

Requirements

Knowledge of ski lift electrical operation and controls
Familiarity with analog, digital and PLC controls interfacing low and high voltage systems to operate ski lifts and snowmaking systems
Journeyman electrical license
Familiarity with National Electrical Code and ANSII B.77 code
Knowledge AC variable speed drives, DC motors, DC variable speed drives, battery powered low voltage 24VDC controls
Must be able to climb chairlift towers to troubleshoot/repair equipment at heights up to 70 feet
Have working knowledge of electrical and electronic control/sensor devices and their functions, testing and installation
Be able to operate a snowmobile safely and respond to stopped lift issues quickly and efficiently in all types of weather conditions
Must maintain OSHA requirements, as well as the National Electric Codes
3+ years' experience in electrical field or equivalent education and/or experience.
Strong interpersonal communication and guest service skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Able to commit to working weekends and holidays during the operating season.
Comfortable working in extreme mountain weather conditions.
High School Diploma or equivalent experience
Requires possession of valid Class C driver license with a driving record meeting the minimum standards required by the resort’s insurance carrier.
Journeyman electrical license
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

Access to a 4WD or AWD vehicle is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Ski lift electrical maintenance, both preventative and unscheduled.
Work on snowmaking systems.
Assist with other electrical maintenance throughout the resort as the need arises.
Climb ski lift towers to troubleshoot/repair equipment at heights up to 70 feet.
Diagnose, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment.
Troubleshooting skills using electrical testing equipment to diagnose problems.