Ski Lift Maintenance Technician I

Alterra Mountain Company; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes for dependents and free ski

Free skiing at Alterra Resorts

Ski/snowboard lessons discounts

Equipment Rental discount

401k with company match

Friends and Family vouchers

Retail & Food discount

Job summary

Mammoth Mountain is seeking an experienced Lift Maintenance position in Mammoth Lakes, CA. This role covers repairs and preventive maintenance of chair lifts, gondolas, and surface lifts, ensuring safety and reliability under varied weather.

The job follows a 4-10 schedule with potential weekend and holiday shifts. Eligible candidates will have 1–2 years of lift maintenance, strong mechanical knowledge, and the ability to work at heights; preferring ANSI standards and real-world resort

Qualifications

• 1-2 years Lift Maintenance experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Able to learn Doppelmayr and Yan lift mechanical systems.
• Willing to develop skills and follow instructions.
• Able to work at heights and in adverse weather.
• Basic knowledge of ANSI B77.1-2022.
• Pneumatic and Hydraulic system experience.
• Ski Resort Operations experience.
• Neat appearance per grooming standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure lifts are running safely and efficiently with all departments.
• Know locations of all lifts and mountain travel routes.
• Operate lift controls and evacuation diesels as needed.
• Perform daily pre-ops and inspections for safe operation.
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Climb lift towers to inspect, diagnose, repair components.
• Repair or replace mechanical parts on hill or in shop.
• Troubleshoot and repair lift components.
• Maintain service records and documentation.
• Safely operate a snowmobile and ATV.

Skills

NDt Level II

Riggers Card

OSHA 10

Fork Lift Certified

Telehandler Certification

Electrical Experience

Welding Experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Doppelmayr lift systems

Yan lift systems

Mechanical diagnostics tools

Job description

Mammoth Mountain is seeking an experienced Lift Maintenance position in Mammoth Lakes, CA. This role covers repairs and preventive maintenance of chair lifts, gondolas, and surface lifts, ensuring safety and reliability under varied weather.

The job follows a 4-10 schedule with potential weekend and holiday shifts. Eligible candidates will have 1–2 years of lift maintenance, strong mechanical knowledge, and the ability to work at heights; preferring ANSI standards and real-world resort