Experienced Lift Mechanics

Job Summary

At Roundtop Mountain Resort, a Vail Resorts property, the Int: Lift Mechanic is a skilled, multi‑discipline maintenance professional responsible for maintaining aerial lifts, fleet equipment, snowmaking infrastructure, and resort facilities. The role supports a collaborative maintenance model across Lift Maintenance, Fleet Maintenance, Snowmaking, and Mountain Operations, emphasizing safety, reliability, and exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: Follow OSHA, ANSI B77, manufacturer, state, and company safety standards; participate in daily safety briefings, JHAs, and risk assessments; use PPE, fall protection, and lockout/tagout; identify and mitigate hazards; maintain regulatory inspection and documentation compliance.
• Lift Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, adjustments, and repairs on aerial lifts, surface lifts, conveyors, and related systems; diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control issues; conduct lift line inspections, tower maintenance, sheave train service, gearbox repairs, and rope handling; assist with annual lift inspections, load testing, and regulatory compliance; respond to lift breakdowns; support lift modernization projects and equipment upgrades.
• Fleet Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance and minor‑to‑intermediate repairs on resort fleet assets (pickup trucks, UTVs, ATVs, snowmobiles, loaders, skid steers, excavators, backhoes, etc.); diagnose diesel engines, hydraulic, braking, electrical, drivetrain, and emissions systems; complete safety inspections; respond to equipment breakdowns; assist with seasonal fleet preparation, winterization, de‑winterization, and equipment changeovers; maintain equipment cleanliness and readiness.
• Maintenance Planning & CMMS Utilization: Use MaintainX and other CMMS tools to manage work orders, track preventative maintenance, and maintain accurate asset histories; document activities, inspections, labor hours, parts usage, and repairs; prioritize and complete assigned work orders; help develop preventative maintenance schedules for lifts, fleet, snowmaking, and mountain infrastructure; support asset management through data collection and reporting; maintain records for compliance, auditing, and operational planning.
• Teamwork & Leadership: Mentor and assist Mountain Maintenance Technician I team members; collaborate with Lift Operations, Fleet Maintenance, Snowmaking, Ski Patrol, Facilities, and Mountain Operations; share technical expertise and support cross‑functional training; participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, reliability, and guest satisfaction; promote a culture of accountability, respect, inclusion, and teamwork.
• Guest Service & Vail Resorts Culture: Represent Roundtop Mountain Resort and Vail Resorts positively; contribute to creating an “Experience of a Lifetime” for guests and employees; support operational excellence through quality workmanship and attention to detail; embody Vail Resorts’ values of serving others, doing right, driving value, doing good, and being inclusive.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following: aerial lift maintenance, fleet maintenance, heavy equipment maintenance, industrial maintenance, diesel technology, mechanical or electrical maintenance.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing equipment using technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Experience with MaintainX, CMMS software, fleet management systems, or similar platforms.
• Ability to accurately document work orders, inspections, preventative maintenance activities, and asset history records.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and emergency call‑outs.
• Ability to safely work at heights and in varying outdoor weather conditions.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 lb regularly and up to 75 lb occasionally with assistance.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous aerial lift maintenance experience.
• Diesel engine and heavy equipment repair experience.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience with snowmaking equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of ANSI B77, OSHA, DOT, and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience, including motor controls, PLCs, and VFDs.
• Prior ski‑resort, mountain‑operations, or outdoor‑recreation industry experience.
• Industry certifications related to lift maintenance, industrial maintenance, welding, electrical systems, diesel technology, or heavy equipment maintenance.

Benefits

• Free employee ski passes and discounted lift tickets for friends and family.
• Free ski and snowboard lessons for employees.
• 40 % retail discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive training and professional development through Epic Service.
• Referral program.
• Full‑time health benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible seasonal employees after 500 hours.
• Free ski passes for dependents.
• Critical Illness and Accident plans.

Pay

Starting wage range: $24.24 per hour – $30.29 per hour (actual compensation based on experience and other factors).

Schedule

Full‑time, year‑round position. Early mornings, weekends, holidays, nights, and overtime shifts may be required.