Lift Mechanic Level 2

Mission Ridge; Wenatchee, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort in Wenatchee, WA is seeking a Level 2 Lift Mechanic for full-time, year-round or seasonal work. The role maintains all chair lifts and rope tows, handles inspections, diagnostics, and safe operation, and supports lift operators and crew.

The position requires 2 years' lift experience, the ability to read electrical schematics, and strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Possess mechanical aptitude.
• 2 years of experience on fixed-grip and detachable chairlifts, rope tows, and conveyors.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Ability to work at height and lift heavy loads safely.

Responsibilities

• Open and close chair lifts with pre-operational inspections.
• Ensure safe operation with daily lift inspections.
• Respond to lift emergencies per procedures.
• Operate snowmobiles per guidelines.
• Maintain safe loading, riding, and unloading for guests.
• Keep ramps, signs, mazes, and lift stations clean and safe.
• Document lift maintenance logs and work completed.
• Monitor weather and mechanical conditions affecting lifts.
• Assist in training Lift Operators and supervise lift crew as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical schematics

Fixed-grip/detachable lifts

Safety consciousness

Team collaboration

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort - Wenatchee, WA 98801Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $25.00 - $31.00 HourlyJob Category: Mountain OperationsGroup/Class:Hourly Non-Exempt, Group I or Group III Reports To:Lift Maintenance Manager Pay Range: $25.00-$31.00 Supervises:Level 1 Lift MechanicsStatus:Year Round (11-Months) or Seasonal, Full-Time

Central Purpose: Mission Ridge exists to improve the lives of our guests – to fill their hearts with unexplainable joy, freedom, fun, excitement of exploration - all while enhancing and strengthening our community.

Core Values: Seek first to help - Dedicated to results - Optimism in action - Solution seekers

LIFT MECHANIC LEVEL 2 JOB SUMMARY:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Maintenance of all chair lifts and rope tows, record-keeping, troubleshooting and supervision of lift operations, creating a comfortable atmosphere for guests, and maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe work environment. Perform all Lift Maintenance responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. The Level 2 Lift Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and safe operation of all chair lifts and rope tows. This mid-level role requires a demonstrated proficiency in mechanical systems, rigging, and specialized lift components.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS:

• Responsible for the proper opening and closing of chair lifts, including all pre-operational inspections.
• Responsible for the safe operation of chair lifts, including the completion of periodic daily inspections.
• Respond to lift emergencies, according to the lift malfunction or disabled lift communication procedure.
• Safely operate snowmobiles in accordance to the Mission Ridge snowmobile operations guidelines.
• Responsible for the safety of all guests and employees while loading, riding, and unloading chair lifts.
• Maintain ramps, signs, mazes and lift stations in a safe, clean, and orderly manner.
• Maintain and fully complete all lift maintenance drive and detach terminal work logs.
• Maintain clean and orderly work stations, using special attention for the sheave shop and motor rooms.
• Monitor weather and mechanical conditions that may affect the operation of the chair lifts.
• Participate in required Lift Maintenance training sessions. Ask questions with unfamiliar tasks.
• Work with other departments in a cooperative and supportive role.
• Assist in the Supervision of lift operators as needed.
• Supervise the thorough completion of all lift operations daily lift work logs.
• Assist in training of Lift Operators. Assist lift operations with any and all duties.

QualificationsSKILLS REQUIRED:

• Accurate record keeping and legible handwriting
• Willingness to work with other members of the Lift Crew, other departments, and with our guests. People skills are required on a daily basis, the ability to deal with problems and solve problems on the spot is important. You may be the first to encounter a difficult situation or problem
• A positive attitude toward fellow staff members and our guests
• Organizational skills, maintaining a clean work area, and following through on tasks are very important
• Practical problem solving skills and the ability to deal with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardization exists. The ability to communicate all issues or solutions with a supervisor
• The ability to interpret a variety of instructions given in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Valuable character traits such as honesty, common sense, reliability, and most importantly respect
• 2 years of experience working on fixed-grip and detachable chairlifts, rope tows, and conveyors
• Can read electrical schematics
• Can perform periodic maintenance tasks with little or no oversight
• Competent and experienced in work at height
• Can perform grip, tower, and terminal maintenance with direction
• Can perform brake testing and adjusting
• Can perform tension system inspections
• Can perform basic electrical troubleshooting
• Is familiar with ANSI B77.1 and its requirements

SKILLS PREFERRED:

• Level II NDT
• Can perform drive, hydraulic system, and low voltage controls troubleshooting
• Can lead rope evacuation teams
• Can splice fiber rope for rope tows
• Can oversee annual inspection preparation
• Has experience with gearbox and bullwheel rebuilds
• Has experience with haul rope replacement and splicing
• Can perform alignment of drive system components

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent combination of education/experience preferred
• Possess mechanical aptitude

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Seeing: REGULARLY Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Must possess ability to adjust focus, talk and listen. Must be able to read. Hearing: REGULARLY Must be able to hear high frequency sounds, as well as communicate with coworkers and guests in order to prevent potential risks. Standing/Walking: REGULARLY Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: REGULARLY Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: REGULARLY Must be able to lift and/or move more than 50 pounds, and at times, more than 100 pounds. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: RARELY Must be able to write and use phone and radio systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, low and high voltage equipment in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to the risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and is frequently exposed to extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment can be very loud according to the job task and location. Employees are required to work in an environment requiring varying heights.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skill required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.