Position Details
Title: Ski Lift Mechanic / Mountain Operations
Reports to: Lift and Projects Manager
Status: Full time, year round
Looking for more than just a job?
We’re looking for someone who wants to build a career in the ski industry.
Whether you’re already a licensed Ski Lift Mechanic (SLM-A) or you’re mechanically inclined, enjoy solving problems, and want to learn a specialized trade, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
As Lift Mechanic/ Mountain Operations, you’ll play a key role in keeping our lifts operating safely and reliably while supporting the overall operation of the mountain.
Depending on your experience, responsibilities may include:
Lift Operations & Maintenance
- Performing daily inspections and maintenance on lift systems
- Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
- Assisting with lift start-up, shutdown, and operational monitoring
- Supporting major maintenance projects, inspections, and upgrades
- Maintaining maintenance records and inspection documentation
Mountain Operations
- Supporting snowmaking, grooming, and general operations as required
- Assisting with summer maintenance projects and infrastructure improvements
- Operating tools, equipment, and machinery safely and effectively
- Contributing to a team-first culture focused on safety and member experience
What We’re Looking For
We’d Love to Talk If You Have:
- A Ski Lift Mechanic Class A License (SLM-A), equivalent certification, or are working toward one
- Passenger ropeway experience
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
- Experience with hydraulics, electrical systems, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance, millwright work, or related trades
We’d Also Love to Talk If You:
- Have strong mechanical aptitude and enjoy figuring out how things work
- Take initiative and can work independently
- Enjoy solving problems and finding practical solutions
- Are comfortable working at heights and in outdoor environments year-round
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Can build positive working relationships with team members across departments
- Are comfortable providing direction, coaching, and day-to-day support to lift operators and seasonal staff
- Have leadership potential and are interested in growing your supervisory and operational leadership skills
- Want to learn a specialized trade and build a long-term career in the ski industry
- Take pride in doing things safely, professionally, and the right way
What Makes This Opportunity Different?
This is more than a mechanic position.
We’re looking for someone who wants to build a career in the ski industry. Alpine offers opportunities to develop specialized technical skills, gain experience across mountain operations, and grow as a leader.
For the right individual, this role also offers opportunities for increased responsibility, leadership development, and advancement.
What We Offer
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunities to grow technical and leadership skills
- Exposure to multiple areas of mountain operations
- A supportive team environment
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Comfortable working at heights
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Willingness to work weekends, holidays, shifts, and overtime during the winter season
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safety and professionalism
Interested in Joining the Team?
Please send your resume and cover letter to:
Erin Hindle, HR Manager
ehindle@alpineskiclub.com
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We thank all applicants for their interest in Alpine Ski Club; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Alpine Ski Club values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Club and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department. We will work with you to provide a positive recruitment experience in a confidential manner. We welcome all resumes.
