Lift Maintenance Mechanic 1

Alyeska Resort•Anchorage, AK

2d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

Are you mechanically minded and want to work on a mountain maintaining chair lifts at a major ski resort? Are you a team player who can collaborate with others to get the job done? If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of a fun dynamic team, then Alyeska Resort is for you! We’re looking for Lift Maintenance Mechanic professionals to join our team in Girdwood, Alaska . What You’ll Do As a Lift Maintenance Mechanic 1 , you’ll assist with troubleshooting, scheduled and emergency mechanical and hydraulic maintenance as relevant to all aspects of ski lifts. These include, but are not limited to, mechanical, industrial control systems, low voltage AC and DC controls, motors, drives, and hydraulic tensioning systems.

Requirements

Must be over 18 years old.
High school education or equivalent.
Must possess a valid Alaska Driver’s License.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
6 months to 1 year of experience in lift operation, lift electrical, lift maintenance and/or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of small hand tools, rigging, and equipment and the ability to use them.
Ability to consult manuals, trade publications, vendors, staff schools and training programs to keep updated on current shop practices and new maintenance technologies to improve the efficiency and production of the Lift Maintenance Department
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
Ability to ski or snowboard expert terrain in all conditions.
Ability to operate small equipment such as snowmobiles and ATV’s.

Responsibilities

Follow all lift maintenance policies and procedures as outlined by Lift Maintenance Supervisor, Mountain Operations Manager, General Manager, ANSI, and lift manufacturers.
Assist in troubleshooting and repair of lift related mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Perform or assist in performing repairs as needed.
Entering and updating record keeping maintenance logs.
Assist in repair, maintenance and upgrading of mechanical lift components.
Assist in installation and repair of overhead and buried communication systems.
Assist other team members to assure lifts are operating in compliance with all applicable safety codes.
Actively involved in lift emergency procedures and time dependent repairs.
Ability to prioritize according to departmental goals.
Have a basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic operating systems and ability to learn new systems as they pertain to lift operation and maintenance.
Work closely with level 2 and higher level mechanics and electricians to further training and understanding of lift electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and operational systems.
Ability to communicate with the Lift Maintenance Supervisor, Mtn. Operations Manager, Mountain GM and other crew on all lift electrical/maintenance matters and safety issues.