Repair Technician RETURNING STAFF ONLY - Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; Sandpoint, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass

Employee housing

Discounted onsite childcare

Accrued paid sick leave

401(k) match

Great discounts and pro deals

Medical benefits, vacation time, and p

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Alterra Mountain Company seeks a Seasonal Repair Technician at Schweitzer to maintain, tune, and repair skis and snowboards, ensuring safety and peak performance for guests. You will inspect gear, perform edge work, waxing, binding adjustments, and base repairs in a fast-paced winter resort workshop.

Responsibilities include advising guests, keeping the workshop organized, and maintaining the rental fleet alongside guests' personal equipment.

Qualifications

• License/Certifications - Alpine Binding manufacturer certifications, in-house training is provided.
• Technical knowledge of skis and snowboards; familiarity with tuning and repair processes.
• Experience in rental/repair shop settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose equipment by examining skis and snowboards for damage or wear to determine repairs.
• Perform tuning and repairs including sharpening edges, waxing bases, filling gouges, and adjusting bindings with specialized tools.
• Maintain, clean, calibrate, and organize tools and machinery for safety and efficiency.
• Provide expert customer service, understand equipment needs, explain options, and recommend optimal performance.
• Ensure safety standards and DIN settings compliance when handling equipment and bindings.
• Document repairs, manage service tickets, and monitor inventory of repair materials and parts.
• Handle cash and operate point-of-sale systems.

Skills

Guest service

Technical knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

2 years rental/repair shop experience

Tools

Binding machines

Job description

Seasonal

Welcome 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 or Part Time Seasonal

Wage Range: $15.00 to $17.00

Minimum Age: 18

Background Check Required: No

Driver Verification Required: No

Position Summary

The Repair Technician is responsible for maintaining, tuning, and repairing ski and snowboard equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety for guests. This role involves inspecting gear, performing edge sharpening, waxing, binding adjustments, and base repairs using specialized tools and machinery. Technicians provide expert advice to customers, maintain a clean and organized workshop, and uphold high standards of service and safety in a fast-paced, winter sports environment. Will maintain the rental shop fleet of equipment in addition to guest's personal equipment.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose equipment Issues by examining skis and snowboards for damage or wear, identifying necessary repairs or maintenance to ensure safety and performance.
• Perform tuning and repairs including sharpen edges, wax bases, fill gouges, and adjust bindings using specialized tools and machinery.
• Maintain, clean, calibrate, and organize tools and machinery regularly to ensure efficient and safe operation in the workshop.
• Provide expert customer service and communicate with guests to understand their equipment needs, explain repair options, and offer recommendations for optimal performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and follow industry and resort safety protocols when handling equipment, especially with binding adjustments and DIN settings.
• Document repairs, manage service tickets, and monitor inventory levels of repair materials and parts to support smooth operations.
• Cash handling and point of sale computer systems will be used.

Specific Job Skills

License/Certifications - Alpine Binding manufacturer certifications, in-house training is provided.

Technical - knowledge of equipment and machines used for equipment tuning and repair as well as technical knowledge of skis and snowboards. Computer systems will be used as a point of sale.

Physical Capabilities - Ability to stand for the entirety of a shift and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Additional - Strong guest service and attention to detail.

Education/Related Experience

Minimum education required - High School diploma preferred

Minimum time in related position - 2 years of rental and/or repair shop experience preferred