Entry - Skilled: Lift Mechanics - Union

Vail ResortsMount Crested Butte, CO
$23 - $27Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for team members whose legendary attention to detail and commitment to phenomenal service comes naturally. Pursue a lifestyle that will elevate your expectation of what work can look like. Nothing is too big or too small for the staff to bravely pursue and elevate the expectations of the guest. Do you possess a calling for delivering world-class events and amenities? Then Crested Butte Mountain is for you. The primary job responsibility of the Lift Mechanic is to perform all facets of maintenance and repairs on our system of lifts to ensure the safe and reliable transportation of our guests. Safety is paramount and a high level of awareness relating to safety is required. Please apply to join our team today!

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent – required
  • Some mechanical or industrial maintenance experience – required
  • Knowledge of basic hand and power tools as well as shop equipment – required
  • Possess a valid US driver's license – required
  • Proficient on computers, including Microsoft applications – required
  • Able to read, write, speak, and understand English – required
  • Able to work at heights up to 100 Feet – required
  • Able to work in a variety of outdoor mountain weather conditions – required
  • Able to work weekends and holidays – required
  • Able to work unscheduled overtime as needed – required
  • Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs – required
  • Able to work and communicate effectively in a team environment – required
  • Able to stand for up to 4 hours during a shift without sitting – required
  • At least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

  • Adheres to Vail Resorts Health & Safety as well as Lift Maintenance department policies and procedures
  • Reliable and punctual attendance is a primary function of this position
  • The ability to apply one’s self to learning about unique mechanical systems
  • Ability to perform work with minimal supervision and work effectively under pressure
  • Performs scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance and repairs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability
  • Performs work within ANSI and Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board standards
  • Documents all work performed per established processes to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Informs Lift Maintenance management and Lift Dispatch for all unusual equipment conditions, observations, and incidents
  • Responsible for the upkeep and cleaning of lift maintenance shops and lift terminals
  • Safely operates vehicles, snowmobiles, and other vehicles
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Free passes for employees
  • Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family
  • Free ski lessons
  • Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Excellent training and professional development
  • Referral Program
  • Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
  • Free ski passes for dependents
  • Critical Illness and Accident plans
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