What are the responsibilities and job description for the Light Maintenance Facilities Technician position at Powder Mountain Resort?
Description
Powder is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 12,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. We are striving to be the premier place of being and doing, a destination that fuses outdoor recreation with a cultural and hospitality program that connects visitors with a deeper sense of self and purpose. Our core values come to life in a unique and natural setting of unparalleled beauty.
We’re looking for Big-Hearted Champions who are passionate about outdoor recreation, art, and meaningful connection. Together, we're crafting a one-of-a-kind, multi-season destination that seamlessly blends outdoor art, exhilarating recreation, and exceptional hospitality. If you’re an enthusiastic, caring team player who strives for excellence—and always tries to do the right thing, even when no one is watching—you’ll fit right in at Powder.
We Are:
Big-hearted: passionate, warm, joyful, and generous.
Champions: tenacious, intolerant of mediocrity, and constantly seeking feedback.
These values make us who we are and help drive us to fulfill our purpose: to spark wonder!
Our Commitment to Equality:
Together we are one team, not an "us vs. them" mentality. We are focused on being a progressive employer with pay equity, inclusion, while building diverse teams.
Appearance Guidelines:
Well-groomed facial hair, tasteful visible tattoos, and minimal facial piercings are acceptable.
Perks of Joining Our Big-Hearted Champions:
- Health, Vision, Dental Benefits
- 401K Plan and company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Company provided Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Seasonal Ski & Summer Passes for self, self & dependents Buddy Vouchers
- Life Style Spending Account
- Education Assistance
- UTA Ski Bus Pass and Employee Shuttle Service
- Powder Mountain Retail/Rental Discount and On-Mountain F&B Discounts
- Powder Mountain Snowsports School Discounted Lessons
- Access to Expertvoice.com, Outdoorly.com, Outdoor Prolink and partner discounts.
- Powder Mountain on-snow uniform for specific roles.
- Free On-site Gourmet Employee Lunches
- Flexible and Hybrid Workplace Environment
- New Modern Office with Indoor/Outdoor Meeting Spaces
Requirements
Job Title: Light Maintenance Facilities Technician
Department: Property Maintenance
Status: FT Year Round Hourly
Reporting To: Maintenance Manager
Position Overview:
The Light Facilities Technician supports the day-to-day upkeep of Powder Mountain facilities through general maintenance, minor repairs, and preventative tasks. This role is ideal for a skilled handyman or woman who can work independently, respond to service tickets, and support seasonal changeovers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform minor repairs (lighting, door hardware, filters, painting, basic plumbing)
- Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance in lodges and offices
- Respond to work orders in a timely and professional manner
- Assist with snow/ice removal and seasonal transitions (summer to winter ops)
- Support cleanliness, safety, and daily readiness of guest-facing facilities
- Communicate needs and issues to coordinators for escalation
Requirements and/or Qualifications:
- 2 years hands-on maintenance or building operations experience
- Basic electrical and plumbing familiarity (non-licensed work)
- Reliable, team-oriented, and able to follow a structured daily plan
- Comfortable using work order management apps or digital logs Limble experience is a plus
- High school diploma or GED required; trade school a plus
- Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to:
- Full range of body movements
- Reach, push, pull, lift, and carry objects that may be heavy (50lbs)
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and twisting
- Must have command of senses – sight, hearing, touch, and smell
- Vision requirements – close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception
- Walk on even/uneven/slippery terrain
- Climb/descend stairs/ladders
- Manual dexterity to operate manual tools and power equipment on a constant basis
- Safely handle hazardous materials
Working Environment:
Work is performed inside and outside. Candidate will be exposed to extreme temperatures (hot &cold), sun and wind exposure, inclement weather (rain, snow, ice), high altitudes (9,000ft ), moving machines/equipment, dust, wet, humid, dry, loud noises, and fumes from chemical conditions and frequent altitude changes.
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000
