Lift Mechanic - Year Round - Full Time

About the role

The Lift Maintenance Department is hiring Apprentice, Journeyman, and Master Mechanics. If you have a solid mechanical and electrical aptitude, we are interested in speaking with you!

Responsibilities

• Conduct all maintenance activities required to assure safe and reliable operation of the area's lift system and associated equipment.
• Conduct daily, monthly, and weekly winter operational inspections of assigned lift equipment according to prescribed inspection guidelines.
• Complete work orders on all maintenance activities.
• Maintain an understanding of the current rules and regulations of the Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board and other applicable agencies.
• Be proficient at starting stalled ski lifts; assist in running lifts under auxiliary power and following lift failure and evacuation procedures.
• Continually demonstrate a willingness and motivation to learn and develop the job skills that are specific to the types of equipment that must be maintained.
• Work well within a team to create a positive work environment in a high volume, and at times, stressful position.
• Duties and responsibilities split between field and shop environment. May work on lifts and/or gondola.
• Be able to work nights and weekends.
• Work with all fellow mechanics and lift supervisors to ensure safe and efficient operations of the tramway.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Apprentice: 2 years of previous work history/education required. One year lift operator, or one season experience as a lift maintenance assistant, preferred. General mechanical experience, required. Ability to adhere to all safety policies. Basic knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment. Must meet SSRC minimum driving standards and have current Driver's license; a successful motor vehicle record background check is required. Must be able to safely operate a snowmobile in all conditions (will provide training). High school diploma required.
• Journeyman: 2 years lift maintenance experience or 3 years industrial maintenance experience. SNT-TC-1A NDT I certification. High school diploma required. Must have a solid mechanical/electrical aptitude. Must be able to interact positively with co-workers. Must be able to operate a snowmobile. Must have current driver's license and satisfactory driving record to meet company insurability standards. Working knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment.
• Master: Ability to adhere to all safety policies. High school diploma required. Working Knowledge of all C.P.T.S.B. and ANSI codes related to Tramways. Advanced knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment. Must have current driver's license and satisfactory driving record to meet company insurability standards. Must be able to operate a snowmobile. Must be able to interact positively with co-workers. Must have a solid mechanical/electrical aptitude. Must have 5 years of Lift Maintenance experience and an NDT II certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to adhere to all safety policies.
• Working knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment.
• Current driver's license and satisfactory driving record to meet company insurability standards.
• Ability to operate a snowmobile.
• Ability to interact positively with co-workers.
• A solid mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• 5 years of Lift Maintenance experience and an NDT II certification.

Skills

• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to adhere to all safety policies.
• Working knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of hand tools and shop equipment.
• Ability to operate a snowmobile.
• Ability to interact positively with co-workers.
• A solid mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• 5 years of Lift Maintenance experience and an NDT II certification.

Benefits

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer.
• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees.
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees.
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
• APEX-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match.
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education.
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees.
• Free regional bus pass.

Pay

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits. Steamboat Springs area base hourly pay range: $21.00 - $40.00 per hour.

Schedule

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions. Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate. Employee will be required to handle hazardous materials including diesel exhaust fluid, gasoline, etc.