| Location | Durango, CO |
Lift Maintenance Mechanic IIIGeneral Purpose:
Conduct and participate in inspections, testing, monitoring, maintenance and repair of ski lift machinery
and components, tools and buildings to ensure safe and efficient lift operation at all times. Train and
coach level 1 & 2 mechanics while expanding your own lift knowledge, skills and certifications to
achieve Supervisory status.
This is a Full Time, Year Round position that offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental,
vision insurance, 401K options, and a free season pass for you and your dependents. All full time, year
round positions are eligible for an annual bonus in addition to regular wages. For a full list of benefits
visit Employee Resource Site.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Inspect, test and monitor ski lift machinery and components.
Execute scheduled maintenance on ski lift machinery and components, tools and buildings.
Respond to, and determine the cause of lift operational problems and implement solutions and repairs..
Perform maintenance and repairs according to resort, department, ANSI B.77 and state policies,
procedures and regulations.
Work with the lift maintenance supervisor and manager to develop and improve existing resort practices
and procedures.
Log all maintenance and repairs on log sheets.
Inform lift maintenance manager of all work in progress and any problems encountered.
Organize and clean shops, work areas and lift terminals.
Remove snow from around lift machinery and buildings in winter.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Broad knowledge of ski lift equipment, terminology and operational procedures.
Expert knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems and their operation.
Advanced knowledge of major lift components such as gearboxes, engines, motors and lift physics.
Intermediate knowledge of lift construction procedures and the order of operations.
Making the safety of yourself and others a priority at all times is mandatory.
Welding and fabrication with steel, aluminum and stainless is a plus.
Rigging experience, weight estimation and construction experience is a plus.
Ability to ride a snowmobile
Ability to ski or snowboard.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED required. A valid driver's license is required.
A college degree in a relatable field is a plus but not required.
Working Environment/Physical Activities:
Often the work day is spent outdoors in constantly changing weather conditions including snow, extreme
cold, heat, rain, wind and lightning. Other times the work day is spent indoors at various locations such
as lift terminals, motor rooms, operator houses or in the lift maintenance shop. An average day can
consist of walking, standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling,
crouching, crawling, reaching, twisting and contorting. Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing
up to 100 pounds, as well as pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 250 pounds is possible. Expect
frequent aerial work, up to 75 feet above the ground, for prolonged periods of time on lift towers, work
chairs, platforms and other various pieces of equipment.