Lift Maintenance Electronic Technician - Year Round

PURPOSE OF POSITION

A Lift Maintenance Electronics Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance, inspections, and emergency repairs on all Deer Valley lifts and conveyor systems, with a specialized focus on electrical and electronic control systems. This includes work on PLCs, circuit boards, low-voltage systems, DC and AC drive systems, and electrically-driven conveyor belts.

General Responsibilities

• Perform daily startup procedures and periodic inspections of lifts and conveyors in both winter and summer
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical systems, PLCs, circuit boards, DC and AC drive systems and control panels on aerial lifts and conveyors
• Assist in in-service and after-hours mechanical and electrical repairs
• Troubleshoot and service low-voltage control systems and motor drives
• Participate in safety and technical training, particularly in electrical safety and control systems
• Maintain clean, organized workspaces and properly store tools and test equipment
• Participate in daily morning briefings with the maintenance team
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of records, including maintenance logs, repair documentation, and fault reports
• Conduct routine mechanical and electrical inspections and system diagnostics
• Collaborate with other departments within Mountain Operations and the Resort as needed
• Support seasonal projects and assist in the installation or upgrading of lift electronics and conveyor components
• Be willing to help out with any mechanical work as needed

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Provide personal hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic tools
• Experience with PLCs, relay logic, circuit board troubleshooting, DC and AC drive systems and low-voltage systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Comfortable working with conveyor systems, including electrical controls and drive motors
• Ability to climb lift terminal stairs and tower ladders
• Ability to lift and position components weighing 50 pounds or more in mountainous terrain
• Strong skiing ability and comfort navigating resort terrain
• Willingness to work in extreme weather and at heights
• Accepts direction and instruction readily and works well with others
• Maintains a positive and guest-focused attitude at all times
• Basic working knowledge of lift operation, theory, and maintenance practices
• Proficient with DMMs and other electrical testing equipment
• Familiar with PLC systems, including programming basics and diagnostics (highly preferred)
• Working knowledge of conveyor belt electrical systems
• Mechanical, electro-mechanical, and hydraulic system knowledge
• Safe use of snowmobiles and resort maintenance equipment
• Understanding of ANSI B77.1 regulations and safety protocols
• Ability to follow technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints