Experienced Mechanic - Year Round - Full Time

Steamboat Resort; Steamboat (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Steamboat Resort is seeking skilled mechanics to maintain and repair a fleet of snowcats, snowmobiles, rangers and trucks used around the year at Steamboat Resort. The team emphasizes safety, reliability and teamwork in a high‑volume environment on site.

The role requires hands‑on mechanical and electrical aptitude, with starting wages determined by skill set and certifications; the position may involve nights and weekends during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Two years of heavy equipment repair experience or one year of automotive tech training.
• Must have some electrical proficiency and familiarity with shop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair equipment, vehicles, snowmobiles and small engines to SSRC standards under supervision.
• Service equipment daily and diagnose/repair engine, electrical, braking, hydraulics systems.
• Complete repair orders accurately and communicate findings to internal customers.
• Work with other departments to explain mechanical issues in non-technical terms.
• Maintain safety and follow company policies; bring your own tools.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Electrical proficiency

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Education

Journeyman / Mechanic II certification

Job description

Year Round

Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities.

BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
• 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

*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits!

For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Slope Maintenance Department is hiring level 2 and 3 Mechanics. If you have a solid mechanical and electrical aptitude, we are interested in speaking with you! Our resort operates multiple types of vehicles, including snowcats, snowmobiles, rangers, and trucks. During your interview you will be placed according to your current skill set and certifications held. This will also determine your starting wage. Below are some of the minimum skills to be considered for each level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES – ALL MECHANICS

• Repair equipment, vehicles, snowmobiles, small engines in accordance with SSRC quality and efficiency standards under direction by management and higher level technicians
• Service equipment daily - vehicles, snowcats, snowmobiles, small engines - diagnose and repair vehicle systems including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, hydraulics, etc. to specification following direction by management.
• Repair orders - work on maintenance and repair orders with efficiency and in accordance with standards. Check completed repair order for accuracy.
• Work with other departments - explain mechanical diagnosis and required repairs in a non-technical manner to internal customers (other departments).
• Follow proper tracking procedures. Complete repair orders for maintenance work performed. Adapt to varying tasks according to changing volume and business needs.
• Perform maintenance in a timely manner to ensure continued operation of equipment.
• Fueling
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in order to stay current with rapidly changing technology.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
• Must have own tools
• Must 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.
• Must be able to 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.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Work with all fellow mechanics to ensure safe and efficient operations of vehicles and equipment
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS – JOURNEYM AN / MECHANIC II

• 2 years of previous work history/education required
• Two years’ heavy equipment repair experience or one year automotive tech training. School may be substituted for one year repair experience.
• Must have some electrical proficiency
• Must be familiar with all types of shop equipment such as tire changing machine, wheel balance, jacks and cutting torch, etc.
• Must have valid drivers license and meet company’s insurance carrier requirement
• Adhere to all safety policies