Tram Maintenance Technician III

Responsibilities

• Serve as the department's primary technical resource and subject matter expert for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of the aerial tramway and related mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and control systems
• Perform advanced diagnostics, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, major repairs, component rebuilds, and system overhauls on tramway equipment and supporting infrastructure
• Lead complex troubleshooting efforts by diagnosing equipment failures, identifying root causes, and developing long-term corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Perform and coordinate annual tramway inspections, major component inspections, operational testing, and required load testing in accordance with ANSI standards, manufacturer requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Conduct root-cause failure analyses following equipment malfunctions or system failures and recommend corrective and preventive maintenance strategies
• Review maintenance documentation, inspection records, testing results, and repair reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
• Maintain maintenance records, equipment histories, inventory, lifecycle documentation, and long-range replacement planning
• Assist with maintenance budgeting, capital planning, procurement of specialized equipment, and evaluation of replacement components
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, coaching, and hands-on training to Maintenance Mechanics I and II, promoting safe work practices and technical skill development
• Ensure compliance with ANSI standards, manufacturer recommendations, OSHA requirements, and Goldbelt safety policies and procedures
• Support inspections conducted by regulatory agencies, manufacturers, and third-party inspectors by preparing documentation, participating in inspections, and coordinating corrective actions
• Lead emergency response, evacuation, rescue, recovery operations, and emergency maintenance activities, serving as the senior technical advisor during emergency events
• Evaluate equipment conditions and authorize or recommend suspension of tram operations when equipment reliability, weather conditions, or safety concerns warrant operational restrictions
• May assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Tram Maintenance Supervisor by coordinating maintenance activities and assigning work priorities
• Support facility improvement projects, modernization initiatives, equipment upgrades, and reliability improvement programs

Qualifications

• Necessary Skills and Knowledge: Expert knowledge of industrial mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, control, and tramway systems; Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with the ability to perform complex root-cause failure analysis; Thorough understanding of ANSI tramway standards, manufacturer requirements, inspection protocols, and preventative maintenance programs; Extensive knowledge of annual inspections, load testing procedures, major component inspections, and regulatory compliance requirements; Knowledge of predictive and reliability-centered maintenance principles; Strong leadership, mentoring, coaching, and technical training skills; Excellent organizational, analytical, and technical documentation skills; Advanced proficiency using computerized maintenance management systems; Ability to lead emergency rescue operations and provide technical leadership during critical incidents; Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; Ability to exercise sound technical judgment and make operational recommendations regarding equipment reliability and safety
• Necessary Experience: Minimum 6-7 years of progressively responsible journey-level industrial, mechanical, electrical, aerial tramway, ropeway, or closely related maintenance experience; Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and control systems; CPR/AED and First Aid certification; Rope Access and/or Fall Protection certification; Valid driver's license
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous aerial tramway or ski lift maintenance experience; Supervisory or lead maintenance experience; Industrial electrical controls, PLC, hydraulic, or welding certifications; Manufacturer-specific tramway maintenance training; Experience serving as a qualified rescue team member or trainer