Experienced Lift Mechanic ready for a career opportunity? Our small, motivated team is dedicated to developing our mechanics and continuing to improve our lift maintenance programs. If you are looking to continue your lift maintenance career path at a family-owned ski area, we would love to talk to you!
Lift Maintenance Mechanic - Level 2 or Level 3 - Fulltime, Year Round : APPLY HERE
Type of Position: Full-time, Year Round
Schedule: Four 10 hour days per week, year round. Weekends/holidays likely required during winter season
Pay: $26.00 - $34.00/hr., depending on experience and qualifications.
This position is responsible for ensuring safe and reliable uphill transportation of Loveland guests onto our slopes and for actively participating in our team’s growth and improvement. Every employee is responsible for providing a positive experience for our guests and employees, with safety and fun as our top priorities.
Essential Functions
- Responsible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on lift equipment, and for maintaining assigned tools and work areas.
- Responsible for safe daily operation of equipment. Perform lift Inspections (daily, weekly, monthly and annually), including documentation. May assist in the determination of the discontinuation of operations for any lift due to mechanical, weather, or other concerns. Run lifts on auxiliary or evacuation diesels.
- Perform snow removal and other snow work around lifts (winter only)
- Perform all duties of Lift Operator, when necessary (winter only)
- Operate snowmobile and other company vehicles safely, following LSA protocol, ensuring proper condition of vehicles at all times
- Maintain work in compliance with company policy and procedures; CPTSB, ANSI, US Forest Service, and OSHA regulations; and insurance underwriters’ rules and regulations. Assist with development of job hazard assessments, training procedures, etc., ensuring safety is at the forefront, and helping to document and continuously improve lift maintenance procedures and protocols.
- Level 2 and 3 Mechanics are responsible for leading training for other Mechanics.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in lift maintenance, industrial maintenance or related field, required. Experience in Lift Maintenance and/or Lift Operations, preferred.
- Possession of (or ability to obtain) a valid Colorado Driver’s License, with an acceptable driving record. Ability to obtain climbing certification.
- General mechanical aptitude and capabilities, proficiency with basic hand tools, ability to identify and troubleshoot mechanical problems, and familiarity with lift related control circuits.
- Ability to communicate clearly in English - speak and understand verbal and written communications.
- Working knowledge of CPTSB and ANSI codes pertaining to ski lifts, familiarity with general industry OSHA regulations.
- Basic knowledge in electrical concepts.
- Ability to work at high altitudes, on high structures, outdoors and in extreme weather conditions.
- Ability to lift/carry up to 100 pounds
- Ability to push/pull up to 160 pounds
- Intermediate level or better ski or snowboard ability
What’s in it for You?
- Free Loveland Employee Season Pass.
- Free or discounted skiing & riding at over 30 other ski areas (restrictions may apply).This position is eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, FSA Reimbursement Plans, Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance, 401k Plan, accrued vacation time and sick leave.
- Bonus eligible.
- This experienced position provides continuous training to grow your career in lift maintenance and opportunities to train others to elevate the team.
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Why Loveland?
The Loveland experience is like no other. We have stayed true to the sport, our guests and our employees. Our experience is simple and straight forward. Our goal is for everyone to feel at home and to become a member of the Loveland family. Start your day at 10,800 feet, where an average of 422 inches of snow falls annually on 1800 skiable acres – all only 53 miles from Denver! Come join our family, share your passion for safety and the outdoors, and be a part of something special!
This job description is not designed to cover nor contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Loveland is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any status protected by law.
