Lift Maintenance Technician - Experienced 3+ Years

Alterra Mountain Company; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free resort pass

Employee housing

Onsite childcare discount

Accrued sick leave

401(k) match

Staff discounts

Job summary

Schweitzer in Missoula, MT seeks an experienced Lift Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections, services, and repairs on lift facilities. You will work under the lift maintenance manager and lead technician, carrying out routine procedures and maintaining detailed records.

This mid‑level role requires 2+ years in lift maintenance; 3+ years preferred. Must be able to operate outside in all weather, lift 50 lbs, and contribute to safe, reliable lift service while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years lift maintenance experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Driver’s license and NDT certifications preferred.
• Some cell phone app experience; MaintainX used.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections, services, and repairs on Schweitzer lift facilities.
• Work under direction of lift maintenance manager and lead technician.
• Carry out daily, 600‑hour, monthly and annual maintenance procedures to meet manufacturer and code requirements.
• Document and record all work performed.
• Collaborate with other mountain departments to ensure safe, uninterrupted lift operation.

Skills

Lift maintenance

Inspections

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MaintainX

Job description

Year RoundWelcome to Schweitzer-where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we’re growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future.Perks include:• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass• Employee housing• Discounted onsite childcare• Accrued paid sick leave• 401(k) match• Great discounts and access to pro deals• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.Employment Status: Full Time Year-roundWage Range: $25.00 to $29.00/hr + annual tool allowanceMinimum Age: 18Background Check Required: YesDriver Verification Required: YesDrug Screen Required: YesPosition Summary:Experienced Lift Maintenance Technicians will be responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, Inspections, and repairs to SMR lift facilities. Will work on both mechanical and electrical systems.Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities:This is an mid-level technical position requiring experience prior having a job offer extended.Technicians are primary responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled inspections, services, and repairs to Schweitzer lift facilities. They will do so at the direction of the lift maintenance mgr., and lead technician. These include Daily, Monthly 600 hr. and annual procedures intended to meet manufacture and code requirements.The technician will work individually and unsupervised within their skill set.Work within teams to accomplish departmental task and goals.Technicians are responsible for finding issues with our lift systems through detailed inspection, and repairing them prior to them becoming safety issues and or causing interruption of lift service.As a technician you will be required to maintain documentation and record keeping of all work performed.Secondary Responsibilities:Working closely with other mountain departments to ensure timely, safe, uninterrupted operation of lifts, Proper and concise communication when weather or mechanical issues arise.Specific Job Skills:License/Certifications - Driver’s license, NDT and other job-relevant certifications preferred.Technical - Some Cell phone app experience preferred, we use MaintainXPhysical Capabilities - Able to remain outside in all weather conditions, able to lift 50lbs on own and 75+ lbs with help.Additional - Welding experience a plus. Personal Tools are required.Education/Related Experience:Minimum education required - High school diploma, or GED equivalentMinimum time in related position - At least 2 years documented prior lift maintenance experience, 3+ years is preferred.