Entry - Skilled: Lift Mechanics - Union

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career.

About the role

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.

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
• Able to work at heights up to 100 feet
• Able to work in a variety of outdoor mountain weather conditions
• Able to work weekends and holidays
• Able to work unscheduled overtime as needed
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Able to work and communicate effectively in a team environment
• Able to stand for up to 4 hours during a shift without sitting

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
• Minimum age: at least 18 years

Benefits

• Free ski 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
• Full-time roles are eligible for health insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision plans) after working 500 hours (for eligible seasonal employees)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Pay

The expected pay range is $22.99/hr - $27.05/hr. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Schedule

• Year-round, full-time position
• Housing availability: No