Lift Maintenance Apprentice

(PT Year Round Non-Benefited Position) The Lift Maintenance Apprentice will participate in inspections, testing, monitoring, preventative and reactive maintenance of ski lift machinery and equipment to ensure safe lift operation at all times. The Lift Maintenance Apprentice will develop foundational knowledge of Lift Maintenance procedures and work with experienced Lift Technicians to achieve entry level Lift Technician skills and knowledge. 

Essential Functions:

• Preform Pre-operation inspections, lift start-up and shutdown procedures 

• Monitor adverse weather conditions and assist experienced Lift Technicians with operational decisions

• Isolate/unisolate applicable lifts from possible lightning damage  

• Clean ski lift components during routine maintenance   

• Maintain proper housekeeping of all work spaces (terminals, work sites, lift shacks, shop areas ect.) 

• Maintain exterior of ski lift related facilities (Painting, carpentry, ect.) 

• Operate Aerial lifts for maintenance activities or other circumstances 

• Identify faults on ski lifts and identify simple resolutions

• Become proficient with identifying ski lift components and terminology

Other Expectations:

• Keep a neat appearance and maintain good personal hygiene                                            

• Must be dependable and punctual

• Act in a professional manner at all times

• Must be able to work long hours, weekends and holidays

• Ability to learn from experienced technicians

• Willingly perform any task outside normal job parameters to help the Arizona Snowbowl meet established goals, standards or timelines

• Ability to accommodate shifting priorities on short notice

• Willingness to work at heights greater than 50’  

• Develop an acute safety conscious mindset

Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent 

• Experience with the safe and effective use of hand and power tools

• Ski lift operation experience is helpful but not required

• Valid driver’s license 

Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both guests and coworkers 

• Team player

• Basic mechanical aptitude

• Snowmobile/OHV operation

• Intermediate level or above skier or snowboarder

• Receptive to criticism from peers 

• Ability to apply good judgment in all situations 

• Ability to follow and comprehend instructions, oral and formal

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift or move heavy objects using appropriate techniques (50 lbs.)

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time in varying/extreme weather conditions

• Ability to perform demanding physical labor for extended periods

• Must be able to work at altitude (9300 – 11,500 feet above sea level)

• Ability to hike to remote locations to access machinery 

Travel Required:

Minimal.  1 – 5 annual out of state trips possible to attend industry conference(s) or company gatherings or assist other areas within the collective with Lift maintenance projects/training. 

Lift Technician positions may not be available at Arizona Snowbowl upon completion of the program, opportunities will be available at other ski areas within the MCP collective. The ability/willingness to relocate is recommended. Completion of the program will be determined by the discretion of the Arizona Snowbowl Lift Maintenance leadership team.

NOTICE:  This job description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as management deems necessary.