Lift Maintenance Technician

SNOW PARTNERS LLC; Vernon (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SNOW PARTNERS LLC seeks a full‑time Lift Maintenance team member to support Mountain Creek lifts, including fixed‑grip, detachable, surface, tows, and gondola operations. The role involves routine maintenance, climb-ready tasks, and detailed record‑keeping.

You will perform startup checks, manage paperwork, and maintain safety standards while working at heights in varied weather. NJ driving and mechanical aptitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• High School education.
• 1–3 years mechanical experience.
• Ability to communicate constructively, consistently & openly.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate all lifts: fixed‑grip, detachable, surface, tows and gondola. Understand how chairlifts function and operate.
• Perform start up checks on all lifts and tows.
• Maintain accurate paperwork, checklists & work orders; ensure all paperwork filled out properly.
• Work at high elevations with climbing procedures; become certified climber.
• Operate snowmobile & 4x4; know trails, travel routes and base areas.
• Assist with rigging and safety procedures; read maintenance manuals.
• Understand OSHA lockout/tag out procedures and safe rigging methods.

Skills

Lift operation

Maintenance checks

Paperwork & compliance

Climbing certification

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tool usage

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Lift Maintenance – Mountain Creek

Job Location: Mountain Creek - Vernon, NJ 07462
Salary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 hourly

Reporting to: Lift Maintenance Manager

This full‑time, year‑round position will assist the Lift Maintenance Technicians with regular maintenance of aerial and surface chairlifts to ensure safe and reliable transportation of guests throughout the year.

Team Member Responsibilities:

• Able to operate all lifts: fixed‑grip, detachable, surface, tows and gondola. Possess a working knowledge how chairlifts functions and operates
• Ability to perform start up checks on all lifts and tows
• Maintain accurate paperwork, checklists & work orders; ensure all paperwork (monthly, daily, annual) filled out properly
• Ability to work at high elevations with full knowledge of climbing procedures, become certified climber
• Ability to operate snowmobile & 4x4; knowledge of trails, travel routes and base areas
• Ability to assist with rigging
• Safety awareness is a necessity
• Ability to construct ramps at all lifts
• Ability to operate lift on standby in case of mechanical or electrical problem
• Ability to identify tower problems and relay information to technicians
• Ability to read and understand maintenance manuals
• Full understanding of OSHA lockout/tag out procedures
• Develop understanding of safe rigging methods
• Ability to complete all tasks including necessary paperwork
• Basic understanding of brake systems (service, emergency and rollback)
• Ability to work in inclement weather
• Ability to disassemble, inspect, and reassemble sheaves as necessary

Team Member Qualifications:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High School education
• 1-3 years mechanical experience
• Ability to communicate constructively, consistently & openly with multiple people, verbally and in writing
• Adequate selection of tools
• Must be able to work at high elevations in below freezing temperature
• High level of organization
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license