Slopes Mechanic: Lift & Snowmaking Technician

Big-Snow-American-Dream; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Big SNOW is North America’s first real-snow, year-round, indoor ski and snowboard facility in East Rutherford, NJ. We are seeking a full-time slopes mechanic to maintain lifts and industrial machinery, with an electrical or HVAC background, to keep guests safe and comfortable.

You will perform routine maintenance on aerial and surface lifts, snowmaking systems, snow groomers, and HVAC equipment, troubleshoot issues, read manuals, and document work orders, following safety procedures and weekend

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or higher.
• 1–3 years electrical knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of metric and standard tools.
• Efficient with power tools.
• Ability to work in 28-degree temperatures for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 75 lbs.
• High level of organization.
• Positive attitude and commitment to delivering great service.
• Willingness to work weekends and/or Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate fixed grip, aerial, surface, and conveyor lifts (Doppelmayr and Magic Carpets).
• Troubleshoot and assist with snowcat, lift, and snowmaking maintenance and repair.
• Operate snowcat for maintenance testing.
• Basic understanding of diesel and hydraulic systems.
• Basic understanding of brake system (service, emergency, and rollback).
• Perform daily visual inspections of all snowmaking and cooling system equipment.
• Perform start up checks on all lifts.
• Maintain organized and accurate paperwork, checklists, and work orders on a daily, monthly, and annual basis.
• Comfort and ability to work at heights with knowledge of safe climbing procedures.
• Develop understanding of safe rigging methods and assist when needed.
• Assist as needed with lift evacuations.
• Operate lift on standby mode in case of mechanical or electrical problems.
• Identify tower problems and relay information to technician.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance manuals.
• Full understanding of OSHA lockout/tag and other Big SNOW provided slope operations procedures.
• Ability to work in position as a lift operator when needed.
• Perform general tasks and requests from Manager or Guides as needed.
• Adhere to all resort and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn about snow quality.
• Willingness to assist other departments as needed.
• Be a positive team member, develop mutual respect with your peers and continuously strive to be the best.
• Always wear the appropriate uniform and name tag when on duty.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

Electrical knowledge

HVAC background

Diesel systems understanding

Hydraulic systems understanding

Maintenance know-how

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Power tools

Metric & standard tools

Job description

Big SNOW is North America’s first real-snow, year-round, indoor ski and snowboard facility in East Rutherford, NJ. We are seeking a full-time slopes mechanic to maintain lifts and industrial machinery, with an electrical or HVAC background, to keep guests safe and comfortable.

You will perform routine maintenance on aerial and surface lifts, snowmaking systems, snow groomers, and HVAC equipment, troubleshoot issues, read manuals, and document work orders, following safety procedures and weekend