Experienced Lift Mechanic

Department: Mountain Operations / Lift Maintenance
Reports To: Lift Maintenance Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time / Seasonal

Pay Rate: 25-31 Hourly
Location: Ski Resort

Position Summary

The Experienced Lift Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and safe operation of the resort's aerial lift systems and related equipment. This position requires strong mechanical knowledge, experience with ski lift systems, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in challenging mountain conditions.

The Experienced Lift Mechanic will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, assist with major lift projects and inspections, respond to mechanical breakdowns, and help ensure all lifts meet company, manufacturer, and applicable safety requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform advanced maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on chairlifts, gondolas, conveyors, and other mountain transportation systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control-system issues.
• Inspect and maintain lift drives, gearboxes, motors, brakes, sheaves, bearings, bullwheels, towers, grips, haul ropes, tension systems, and related components.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and document all work completed.
• Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, and annual inspections in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulations.
• Respond to lift breakdowns and emergencies and safely diagnose and correct equipment problems.
• Assist with major maintenance projects, equipment upgrades, rope work, component replacement, and seasonal startup/shutdown procedures.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, manufacturer's manuals, and technical documentation.
• Use diagnostic equipment, precision measuring tools, welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools as required.
• Perform mechanical adjustments, alignment, lubrication, tensioning, fabrication, and component replacement.
• Identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective action before problems affect lift operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, repair logs, and parts inventories.
• Assist with regulatory inspections and provide technical information and documentation when requested.
• Work closely with Lift Operations and Mountain Operations to maintain safe and reliable lift service.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance to less-experienced mechanics and maintenance employees.
• Help train employees on proper maintenance procedures, equipment use, and safety practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance shop and work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, fall-protection requirements, and applicable lift safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lift Maintenance Manager.