Vehicle Mechanic - Seasonal

Mission Ridge Ski Resort; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort in Wenatchee, WA is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic – Seasonal to diagnose, repair, and maintain a diverse fleet of mountain operation vehicles including snowcats, snowmobiles, buses, plow trucks, and heavy equipment. A strong understanding of gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems is essential.

The role is hands‑on, safety‑conscious, and collaborative. It offers full‑time or part‑time scheduling with hourly pay ranging from $19.00 to $25.00.

Qualifications

• Two years of on‑the‑job mechanical experience.
• Basic technical training in automotive or heavy equipment repair is preferred.
• Willingness to learn computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance on all operational vehicles and machinery.
• Collaborate with all mountain departments to ensure equipment readiness.
• Identify and repair reported and observed mechanical issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Fabrication

Guest interaction

Communication

Education

Two years mechanical experience

Basic automotive/heavy equipment training

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic – Seasonal

Location: Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort – Wenatchee, WA 98801

Position Type: Full‑Time or Part‑Time

Salary: $19.00 – $25.00 hourly

Job Category: Mountain Operations

Reports to: Vehicle Maintenance Manager

Job Summary

The Vehicle Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse fleet of mountain operational equipment. This includes snowcats, snowmobiles, buses, plow trucks, sanding trucks, 4x4 pickups, and heavy machinery. A strong understanding of gasoline and diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, and hydrostatic drive systems is essential. The position supports the grooming operations vital to Mission Ridge’s ski product and requires a hands‑on, safety‑conscious, and collaborative individual.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance on all operational vehicles and machinery.
• Collaborate with all mountain departments to ensure equipment readiness.
• Identify and repair reported and observed mechanical issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times.

Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical repair: troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems using hand, power, and specialized tools.
• Fabrication: basic metalworking and fabrication skills helpful for in‑house repairs.
• Guest interaction: maintain a friendly attitude and assist with occasional minor guest vehicle issues.
• Communication: strong communication skills required for working closely with grooming staff and equipment operators.

Education & Experience

A minimum of two years of on‑the‑job mechanical experience is required. Basic technical training in automotive or heavy equipment repair is strongly preferred. Applicants should have basic computer and office skills or a willingness to learn them.

Physical Demand

This position involves frequent use of hands and fingers to handle tools and machine controls. Candidates must be able to lift or move objects weighing 100 pounds or more safely. Good vision—color recognition, peripheral vision, and depth perception—is essential for diagnosing and completing mechanical tasks. The role requires solving practical problems in a hands‑on setting and occasionally working in uncomfortable conditions such as dark, cold, snowy, muddy, hot, dusty, or greasy environments.

Work Environment

Vehicle Mechanics work near moving mechanical equipment and on uneven or slippery surfaces, which may present challenging footing. Exposure to airborne particles, loud noise, outdoor weather conditions, and potentially hazardous chemicals is common. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Requirements

• Seeing: Regularly – Must be able to read reports and use computer.
• Hearing: Frequently – Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers.
• Standing/Walking: Regularly – Consistent and constant standing and walking while in operation.
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Frequently – Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, kneel, stoop, and crouch for extended periods.
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: Regularly – Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Regularly – Must be able to hold and operate hand tools.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skill required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.