Lift Maintenance Mechanic II

Mountain Capital Partners; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Season pass for you and dependents

Job summary

Mountain Capital Partners' Purgatory Resort in Durango, CO is seeking a Lift Maintenance Mechanic II to inspect, test, maintain and repair ski lift machinery and components, and to train level 1 mechanics toward level 3 status. This is a full-time, year-round role focused on safety and reliable lift operation.

The position offers medical, dental, vision, 401K, and a free season pass for you and dependents, with eligibility for an annual bonus alongside regular wages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A valid driver’s license required.
• College degree in a relatable field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test and monitor ski lift machinery and components.
• Execute scheduled maintenance on lift machinery and components, tools and buildings.
• Respond to lift operational problems and implement repairs.
• Fabricate and repair components as needed.
• Install and remove lift components.
• Log maintenance activities and report progress to the lift maintenance manager.
• Maintain and organize shops and lift terminals.
• Work outdoors in varying winter conditions.

Skills

Ski lift knowledge

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Purgatory Resort - DURANGO, CO 81301Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $22.00 - $28.00 Hourly Lift Maintenance Mechanic II

General Purpose:

• Conduct and participate in inspections, testing, monitoring, maintenance and repair of ski lift machinery and components, tools and buildings to ensure safe and efficient lift operation at all times. Train and coach level 1 mechanics while expanding your own lift knowledge, skills and certifications to achieve level 3 status.
• This is a Full Time, Year Round position that offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K options, and a free season pass for you and your dependents. All full time, year round positions are eligible for an annual bonus in addition to regular wages. For a full list of benefits visit Employee Resource Site.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspect, test and monitor ski lift machinery and components.
• Execute scheduled maintenance on ski lift machinery and components, tools and buildings.
• Respond to, and determine the cause of lift operational problems and implement solutions and repairs.
• Fabricate new components and repair existing components.
• Install new components into ski lifts.
• Remove old components from ski lifts.
• Perform maintenance and repairs according to resort, department, ANSI B.77 and state policies, procedures and regulations.
• Log all maintenance and repairs on log sheets.
• Inform lift maintenance manager of all work in progress and any problems encountered.
• Organize and clean shops, work areas and lift terminals.
• Remove snow from around lift machinery and buildings in winter.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of ski lift equipment, terminology and operational procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems and their operation.
• Making the safety of yourself and others a priority at all times is mandatory.
• Welding and fabrication with steel, aluminum and stainless is a plus.
• Rigging experience, weight estimation and construction experience is a plus.
• Ability to work and maintain cognitive ability at heights up to 75 feet off the ground.
• Ability to ride a snowmobile
• Ability to ski or snowboard.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• A college degree in a relatable field is a plus but not required.

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

• Often the work day is spent outdoors in constantly changing weather conditions including snow, extreme cold, heat, rain, wind and lightning. Other times the work day is spent indoors at various locations such as lift terminals, motor rooms, operator houses or in the lift maintenance shop. An average day can consist of walking, standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, twisting and contorting. Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 100 pounds, as well as pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 250 pounds is possible. Expect frequent aerial work, up to 75 feet above the ground, for prolonged