Vehicle Mechanic 1 - 2026

powdr; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee season pass

Dependent season pass

Free/discounted passes for friends &/+

Transportation to/from Bend/Sunriver//

401k with company match

Seasonal employee housing program

Discounted daycare onsite

Local & national discounts

IKON pass access

Job summary

Mt. Bachelor, part of POWDR, in Bend, OR, seeks a Maintenance Technician for vehicles and equipment. Maintain, diagnose, repair, and service a range of snowcats, plows, snowmobiles, and shop tools in varied conditions.

Candidates need a valid driver's license, basic shop experience, and ability to read schematics. Perks include season passes, housing options, and strong safety culture within a team that values hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• License/Certifications: Current and valid Driver's license.
• Technical: Basic shop experience and a basic understanding of electronics, hydraulics and engine mechanics.
• Physical: Ability to perform heavy lifting and work in varying environments.
• Welding: Welder experience (MIG-TIG) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and inspect Mt. Bachelor vehicles and equipment (snow cats, blowers, plows, snowmobiles, and related gear).
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and servicing for safe operations.
• Read and interpret hydraulic and electrical system schematics.
• Complete maintenance logs and work orders; ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Practice proper PPE use and keep work area and tools clean and organized.
• Weld and fabricate parts when needed; repair electrical wiring as necessary.
• Assist with emergency vehicle recovery as required.

Skills

Driver's license

Basic shop experience

Electronics knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Engine mechanics

Welding (MIG-TIG) +

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Bend, Oregon

Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Winter season employee housing program & Summer season camping program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Discounted daycare onsite at Mt. Bachelor
• Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts

Position Summary

Keep all Mt. Bachelor Vehicles and equipment in good, safe, working order. Repairing, fabricating, or replacing defective or broken parts. Being able to work in warm and cold environments, in and out of the shop, with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and inspect all Mt. Bachelor vehicles/equipment (including but not limited to Snow Cats, Blowers, Plows, Snowmobiles, Four Wheelers, Chainsaws, and other misc. small equipment).
• Performing scheduled preventive maintenance and servicing to ensure safe operations.
• Following all manufacturer-prescribed testing or maintenance procedures.
• Performing testing and periodic inspections on vehicles/equipment.
• Reading and interpreting hydraulic and electrical system schematics.
• Completing all required maintenance logs, work orders, and records as needed.
• Using proper PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Following proper procedures and policies.
• Keeping the work area neat and clean.
• Keeping tools and equipment clean and operational.
• Following all manufacturers' safety policies and procedures.

Secondary Function

• Welding and fabrication of parts.
• Building hydraulic Hoses.
• Attending company and departmental safety training meetings.
• Repair electrical wiring as needed.
• Recover disabled vehicles/equipment as necessary.
• Will help with Air Link when necessary and any other Emergency needs

Interpersonal Contacts

• Interaction with all employees who operate Mt. Bachelor Vehicles. Helping anybody who walks in the door and doing it with a smile.
• Conduct yourself in a friendly and courteous manner at all times.
• Providing timely service to guests and other staff.
• Assisting guests with minor vehicle problems, providing other assistance, or providing information to guests.

Specific Job Skills

• License/Certifications: Current and valid Driver's license
• Technical: At least some basic shop class experience. Need a basic understanding of electronics, hydraulics, and engine mechanics.
• Physical Capabilities: Be able to use hands in tight and awkward positions, and perform heavy lifting.
• Additional: Ability to weld (MIG-TIG) is a plus.

Education/Related Experience

• Minimum education required: High School or equivalent.
• Minimum time in related position: 1 Year of related experience.

Current Hiring Rate: $20-23/hr

Minimum Age Requirement: 18+

Come Work Where You Play!

Please be aware incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status.