Program Equipment Technician
About The Position
The Program Equipment Technician is a full-time, year-round, on-site position in Park City, Utah, supporting the National Ability Center’s program equipment at the mountain center and ranch. The role maintains, repairs, organizes, and tracks recreational and adaptive equipment, including cycling, ski and snowboard, water and paddle sports, archery, climbing, and rafting equipment. The technician also fits equipment for participants, supports rentals and inventory, and helps ensure equipment is safe, functional, and accessible to participants of all abilities. Remote work is not an option because of the hands-on requirements. The technician works with program managers to organize equipment storage and layouts, assist with programming when requested, and support program-related events. The role includes keeping current with equipment and adaptive technologies, maintaining relationships with manufacturers and other industry contacts, and supporting the annual gear sale. Occasional travel to the Moab location is required. The schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, particularly for projects and special events.
Requirements
- Professional experience in equipment maintenance, repair, and fittings, including operating required tools and machinery.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to maintain a Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) physical.
- Must pass a pre-employment background check.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment visa or immigration-process sponsorship is not provided.
- Passion for recreation.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Demonstrated responsibility, dependability, and maturity.
- Ability to be flexible, creative, and adaptable to changing environments and needs.
- Commitment to a positive, fun, and team-oriented working environment.
- Ability to safely lift up to 80 pounds and stand for long periods.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme weather.
- Ability to drive 14-passenger vans or buses and tow a trailer or boat behind a truck; CDL is not required.
- Availability and willingness to work a non-traditional schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience working with recreational equipment and knowledge of current and developing industry trends.
- Experience facilitating or participating in adaptive recreation sports.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair program equipment, including cycling, ski and snowboard, water and paddle sports, archery, climbing, rafting, and adaptive equipment.
- Stay up to date on new technologies and equipment in the industry.
- Manage annual maintenance, equipment use logs, and retired equipment.
- Support participant equipment fittings as needed.
- Maintain inventory lists for each program area.
- Work with program managers to design and maintain organized, safe, and functional equipment storage and layouts.
- Assist program managers with programming upon request.
- Maintain and repair equipment in-house using hands-on experience, internet resources, and relationships with field experts.
- Manage equipment rentals by communicating with participants, scheduling rentals, and coordinating with program managers.
- Build professional relationships with equipment manufacturers, pro deals, adaptive programs, and companies to support program needs.
- Support program-related events.
- Review equipment repair forms weekly and perform appropriate repairs.
- Support the annual gear sale by collecting donations, organizing setup and teardown, recruiting staff, pricing items, and coordinating with marketing to publicize the date.
Benefits
- Health insurance with Health Savings Account
- Employer contribution to HSA
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Voluntary accident and hospital plans
- Annual paid time off (PTO)
- 11 paid holidays and 2 paid personal days annually, including a paid day off on the employee’s birthday
- 403(b) plan with employer match
- Parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Pro deals with gear companies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
