Summer 2026: Lift Maintenance Apprentice

POWDR • Copper Mountain, CO

5d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

To assist technicians in maintaining lift equipment to ensure safe and reliable uphill transportation. This is an entry level seasonal position.

Requirements

• Is honest and has the highest integrity
• Is able to handle and manage confidential information
• Professional appearance.
• Adheres to all grooming guidelines
• Follows established policies and procedures
• Is supportive of Core Values
• Sets the example for others and is above reproach
• Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.
• Is organized in tasks.
• Sees projects through to the finish.
• Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.
• Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment
• Is flexible with hours and days of work
• Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week
• Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life
• Has desire to learn mechanical and electrical maintenance techniques as a potential career.
• Is attentive to the safety of self and others.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to fluently read, write and speak the English language.
• Eyesight must be near 20/20 or near 20/20 using corrective lenses.
• Hearing must be adequate for normal conversational activity. Use of corrective hearing device is permitted.
• Must be willing to climb and work at heights exceeding 20’ using provided approved fall protective equipment.
• Must be able to stand and work in stationary position and/or elevated movement limiting platforms for extended periods.
• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse mountain climate conditions.
• Must be able to endure work shifts of 10 hours or longer.
• Must possess a valid US driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have high school diploma.

Nice To Haves

• Lift operations experience is desirable.
• Experience with basic hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties requested by Lift Technicians related to the basic maintenance of Copper Mountains’ lift equipment.
• Perform duties necessary for shop and equipment maintenance.
• Be competent in operation of ski lifts for maintenance purposes.
• Become competent at safe operation of snowmobiles and ATV’s.
• Become familiar with all related maintenance tools, equipment and parts; including basic safe usage.
• Be competent in basic departmental safety precautions, policies and procedures.
• Minimal but contact with guests can be assumed in the course of assigned duties and expected to uphold Copper Mountain’s Core Values.
• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations.
• With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change.
• The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.
• Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees.
• Upholds the most professional image.
• Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.
• This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes.

Benefits

• This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts.
• Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED