Lift Maintenance Technician

Alterra • Olympic Valley, CA

4d • $22 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all repairs and maintenance of chair lifts, funitel, gondola, tram, and surface conveyors, while complying with service and safety standards in accordance with company policies and procedures. This is a full-time, year-round role with opportunities within lift maintenance teams, funitel, tram, and gondola.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• 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.
• One year mechanical or electrical experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in tower line work, brake systems, tension systems, motor rooms, station work, carrier maintenance, low voltage, auxiliary motors, and pre-fab.
• Knowledge of how fixed grip, detachable grip and conveyor lifts function, need to be familiar with all lift components and basic lift adjustments.
• Knowledge of fabrication (welding and torching).
• Knowledge of fall protection and climbing safety.
• 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.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
• Able to operate a snowmobile.
• Ability to operate snow cat.
• Able to operate an ATV.
• Able to operate a side-by-side.

Responsibilities

• Work with all operations departments to make sure lifts are all running efficiently.
• Be familiar with the location of all ski lifts and travel routes on the mountain. Know how to operate the lift controls, run lift on auxiliary or evacuation diesels.
• Perform daily pre-operation and operational inspections of ski lifts for safe operation.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance procedures.
• Climb lift towers to inspect, diagnose, adjust, and repair or replace components at extreme heights in all weather conditions.
• Repair, remove and/or replace mechanical parts of lifts as necessary, both on site and in repair shop.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair or replace ski lift components.
• Maintain service records and documentation.

Benefits

• Free skiing + riding privileges to 17 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
• Healthcare options for both Seasonal & Year-Round employees
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Free and discounted lift tickets
• 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades & Alpine
• 40% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Patagonia, Oakley, and more!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED