Lift Technician

Lutsen; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA

Flexible Time Off

Season Pass

Job summary

Lutsen is seeking a Lift Technician to maintain safety, reliability, and readiness of lift systems across chairlifts, surface lifts, and conveyors. You will inspect, service, troubleshoot, and repair equipment, collaborating with Mountain Operations to ensure safe daily operations.

The role requires hands-on work in a mountain environment, with flexible schedules including weekends and holidays, and opportunities for growth from Technician I to Senior Technician based on experience and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and safe use of hand/power tools.
• Ability to read and follow procedures, maintenance instructions, and safety rules.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Clear communication within a maintenance and Mountain Operations team.
• Ability to work independently at the level of the assigned technician classification.
• Ability to respond to changing priorities and operational demands.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled inspections, testing, preventative maintenance, and seasonal service of lift systems to ensure regulatory compliance and asset reliability.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, control, and structural lift system issues to safely restore service and minimize downtime.
• Follow ANSI B77 standards, manufacturer requirements, PPE, fall protection, lockout/tagout, and safety procedures while responding to lift stoppages or incidents.
• Coordinate with Lift Operations, Patrol, Grooming, Snowmaking, Fleet Maintenance, and Facilities to maintain safe, uninterrupted mountain operations.
• Provide flexible maintenance coverage during peak periods, staffing gaps, and seasonal transitions to maintain lift readiness.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety & PPE

Communication

Independent work

Responsive under pressure

Fall protection

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Department: Operations
Reports To: Mountain Maintenance Manager

Regular Schedule: Weekends and holiday coverage expected

Benefits: 401K | Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance | HSA (Health Savings Account) | FTO (Flexible Time Off) | Sick Time | Season Pass

Seat Overview

The Lift Technician is responsible for maintaining the safety, reliability, and operational readiness of the resort’s lift systems through inspection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and technical response. Working across chairlifts, surface lifts, conveyors, and related systems, Lift Technicians help ensure equipment is maintained in accordance with regulatory, manufacturer, and resort standards while minimizing downtime and supporting dependable daily operations.

This is a hands-on technical seat performed in a dynamic mountain environment where safety, precision, and responsiveness are essential. Lift Technicians work closely with Lift Operations, Patrol, Grooming, Snowmaking, Fleet Maintenance, Facilities, and other Mountain Operations teams to respond to changing operational needs and keep the mountain running safely and efficiently.

Technicians may be placed at the Lift Technician I, Lift Technician II, or Senior Lift Technician level based on demonstrated experience, technical proficiency, independence, judgment, and ability to consistently perform the expectations of the seat.

Seat Purpose

Maintain lift system safety, reliability, and operational readiness through skilled maintenance, technical response, and coordinated support of mountain operations.

• Preventative Maintenance Execution: Perform and document scheduled inspections, testing, preventative maintenance, and seasonal service of lift systems to ensure regulatory compliance, operational readiness, and long-term asset reliability.
• Operational Reliability & Technical Repair: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, control, and structural lift system issues to safely restore service, minimize downtime, and prevent recurring failures.
• Safety, Compliance & Emergency Response: Execute all work in accordance with ANSI B77, manufacturer requirements, PPE, fall protection, lockout/tagout, and established safety procedures while maintaining readiness to respond to lift stoppages, incidents, and evacuations.
• Operational Support & Cross-Department Coordination: Coordinate effectively with Lift Operations, Patrol, Grooming, Snowmaking, Fleet Maintenance, and Facilities by communicating lift status, responding to operational needs, and providing qualified support to maintain safe and uninterrupted mountain operations.
• Execution Coverage & Operational Continuity: Provide flexible maintenance and operational coverage during peak periods, staffing gaps, PTO, weather events, seasonal transitions, and other high-demand conditions to maintain lift readiness and continuity across Mountain Operations.
• Worksite Standards & Asset Care: Maintain lift terminals, facilities, tools, parts, equipment, and work areas in safe, organized, and service-ready condition to protect resort assets and support efficient maintenance execution.
• Technical Development & Team Contribution: Continuously develop technical proficiency across lift systems, actively participate in training and knowledge sharing, and contribute to team capability, quality workmanship, and the development of less-experienced technicians.

Lift Technician I — Developing Technician: Builds foundational lift maintenance knowledge while completing routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and basic repairs with appropriate guidance. Demonstrates safe work practices and progressing technical proficiency.

• Lift Technician II — Independent Technician: Independently performs routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs across lift systems. Demonstrates sound technical judgment, dependable operational response, and the ability to identify and resolve common system issues.

Senior Lift Technician — Advanced Technician: Independently handles complex diagnostics, repairs, and technical issues while serving as a resource and mentor to developing technicians. Supports advanced maintenance, problem-solving, and operational continuity without formal supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Required
• Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to safely work with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow technical procedures, maintenance instructions, and established safety requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a maintenance and Mountain Operations team.
• Ability to work independently at the level appropriate to assigned technician classification.
• Ability to respond effectively to changing priorities, equipment issues, and operational demands.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record when operation of company vehicles or equipment is required.
• Preferred
• Previous experience in lift maintenance, industrial maintenance, millwright work, mechanical repair, electrical systems, or a related technical trade.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, control, or drive systems.
• Ski resort or mountain operations experience.
• Familiarity with ANSI B77 standards and passenger ropeway maintenance practices.
• Experience reading electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic schematics and technical documentation.
• Welding, fabrication, machining, or related trade experience.
• Experienceworking at heights and utilizing fall protection systems.
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to regularly stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, and perform physically demanding maintenance work throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs independently and heavier components with appropriate assistance or equipment.
• Ability to safely climb lift towers, ladders, platforms, and other elevated structures while using required fall-protection equipment.
• Ability to work in confined or restricted spaces and maintain body positioning necessary to access and service lift components.
• Ability to safely navigate steep, uneven, snowy, icy, and mountainous terrain on foot and while operating authorized resort vehicles or equipment.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and other equipment required to perform lift maintenance duties.

Specific experience and technical proficiency requirements will vary based on placement at the Technician I, Technician II, or Senior Technician level.

Lift Maintenance operates year-round to support daily lift operations, preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, seasonal transitions, projects, and long-term asset care. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors across the mountain, including lift terminals, towers, maintenance facilities, and remote terrain in changing weather conditions such as cold, snow, ice, wind, rain, heat, and other seasonal conditions.

Schedules vary based on operating hours, weather, maintenance priorities, projects, and seasonal demands. This seat requires flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts during peak or critical operating periods. Technicians may also be required to respond to lift stoppages, severe weather, emergencies, staffing gaps, or other time-sensitive operational needs outside of their typical schedule.

The work environment includes exposure to heights, moving machinery, electrical and hydraulic systems, fuels, lubricants, noise, and other hazards associated with lift and mountain maintenance. Required PPE, fall protection, lockout/tagout procedures, and established safety practices must be followed at all times.

Disclaimer: The statements above describe the general nature of the seat but they are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the generalnature and level of work being performed by people assigned to thisclassification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to performduties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed. In addition,as we are a recreational business, availability on peak holidaytimeframes and weekends is required.