Lift Maintenance Technician - Seasonal

Alterra•Olympic Valley, CA

3d•$21 - $36

About The Position

We share the spirit of these legendary mountains with the world. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Applicants must be 18 years of age. Job Summary: Works under direct supervision and assists mechanics with all repairs and maintenance of chair and surface lifts, while complying with service and safety standards in accordance with company policies and procedures. The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Requirements

Effective communication skills, oral & written
Operate 2 way radios effectively
Strong sense of customer service & safety awareness
Able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Have a neat & clean appearance in compliance with the company grooming standards
Punctual, able to report at scheduled start time
Work well as part of a team.
Must be a strong skier or snowboarder
Able to diagnose mechanical problems, strong technical aptitude.
Skill in operating and using mechanical tools and machines.
Identify potential hazards.
High School Diploma or GED
Basic knowledge of how lifts function
Valid driver’s license
Must be capable of walking or standing 90% or more of a normal 10-hour work shift.
Must be capable of occasionally lifting and pushing or pulling 100 lbs. or more, and frequently lifting, pushing or pulling, and carrying up to 50lbs.
Must be capable of frequent climbing movements, walking on uneven terrain, walking on snow and ice, skiing and operating a snowmobile.
Must be able to bend, kneel, reach, and crawl.

Nice To Haves

Able to drive a manual transmission vehicle
Able to operate a snowmobile
Able to operate an ATV
Able to operate a side-by-side

Responsibilities

Work with lift operations to make sure lifts are all running smoothly.
Be familiar location of all ski lifts on the mountain, as well as travel routes.
Perform daily pre-operation and operational inspections of ski lifts for safe operation.
Know how to turn on and operate the lift controls, run lift on auxiliary or evacuation diesels.
Inspect machinery spaces for unusual noises, inspect tires & belts on detachable lifts, inspect lift tower machinery
Assist with routine maintenance of ski lifts; test brakes, grease & inspect detachable grips, grease & inspect tower machinery, inspect machinery spaces & realign or replace equipment when necessary.
Assist with unplanned maintenance (repairs) of ski lifts; trouble shoot lifts when they breakdown, make necessary repairs to get the lift operating again.
Repair, remove and/or replace mechanical parts of lifts as necessary, both on site and in repair shop.
Assist with maintaining records

Benefits

Most jobs start at $20/hour
Free skiing + riding privileges to 16 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
401(k) plan with generous company match
Free lift tickets, plus 50% off lift tickets
25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Olympic Valley and Alpine
30% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Oakley and more
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Receive retail and restaurant discounts, season passes for eligible dependents and free tram access.
Full-time, part-time, and on-call staff ski free at 14 iconic resorts, including Palisades Tahoe.