Maintenance Technician

Lone Mountain Ranch; Big Sky (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, Montana is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our historic property safe, functional, and beautiful for guests and staff.

You’ll repair cabins, troubleshoot equipment, and support seasonal projects across the Ranch. This role offers hands-on work in all weather and seasons, with emphasis on quality workmanship and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, facilities, construction, or building trades experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine appropriate solutions.
• Experience safely operating hand and power tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks throughout the day.
• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Performing general maintenance and repairs throughout the property.
• Completing work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Assisting with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general building repairs.
• Maintaining guest cabins, employee housing, public spaces, restaurants, offices, and facilities.
• Assisting with preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Maintaining Ranch vehicles, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Tool handling

Communication and teamwork

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Tools

General tools

Job description

For more than 100 years, Lone Mountain Ranch has welcomed guests to beautiful Big Sky, Montana. Set on 148 acres just minutes from Yellowstone National Park, the Ranch is known for authentic Western hospitality, exceptional dining, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable guest experiences.

The beauty of the Ranch may be what guests remember first, but it's the people who create the experiences they remember most. Together, we take pride in caring for this special place—preserving its history, stewarding its natural surroundings, and creating meaningful experiences for every guest who visits.

Whether you're welcoming guests, preparing memorable meals, caring for our historic property, or supporting operations behind the scenes, every role contributes to creating unforgettable experiences while helping shape the next chapter of Lone Mountain Ranch's legacy.

Every cabin repaired, trail maintained, light replaced, and snow cleared helps create the guest experience that Lone Mountain Ranch is known for. As a Maintenance Technician, you'll work across the Ranch to help keep our historic property safe, functional, and beautiful for both guests and employees.

No two days are exactly alike. One day you may be repairing a guest cabin, the next troubleshooting equipment, maintaining vehicles, assisting with seasonal projects, or preparing the property for changing weather. If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and taking pride in quality workmanship, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll help maintain the Ranch's buildings, equipment, grounds, and infrastructure by:

• Performing general maintenance and repairs throughout the property
• Completing work orders in a timely and professional manner
• Assisting with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general building repairs within your level of experience
• Maintaining guest cabins, employee housing, public spaces, restaurants, offices, and operational facilities
• Assisting with preventative maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime
• Helping maintain Ranch vehicles, tools, equipment, and utility systems
• Supporting seasonal projects, renovations, and property improvements
• Assisting with snow removal, ice mitigation, and other weather-related property needs
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Responding to maintenance requests with professionalism and a guest-focused mindset
• Working collaboratively with other departments to support Ranch operations
• Following all safety procedures and helping identify opportunities to improve workplace safet

Who Thrives Here

This role is a great fit for someone who:

• Enjoys solving problems and finding practical solutions
• Takes pride in quality workmanship and attention to detail
• Can adapt quickly as priorities change throughout the day
• Works well independently while also contributing to a team
• Understands that behind-the-scenes work has a direct impact on the guest experience
• Is dependable, self-motivated, and willing to help wherever needed
• Enjoys working both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
• Appreciates the variety that comes with maintaining a historic mountain propert

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous maintenance, facilities, construction, or building trades experience preferred
• Working knowledge of general maintenance practices and basic repair techniques
• Experience safely operating hand and power tools
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine appropriate solutions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks throughout the day
• A commitment to workplace safety
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to safely operate Ranch vehicles and equipment after trainin

Physical Requirements

This position regularly requires the ability to:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Stand, walk, climb ladders, kneel, crouch, bend, and work in confined spaces
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including snow, rain, heat, and cold
• Safely operate tools, equipment, and Ranch vehicles
• Work weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime as operational needs require