Lift Maintenance Mechanic

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Are you mechanically minded and want to work on a mountain maintaining chair lifts at a major ski resort? Are you a team player who can collaborate with others to get the job done? If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of a fun dynamic team, then Alyeska Resort is for you!

As a Lift Maintenance Mechanic 1, you’ll assist with troubleshooting, scheduled and emergency mechanical and hydraulic maintenance as relevant to all aspects of ski lifts. These include, but are not limited to, mechanical, industrial control systems, low voltage AC and DC controls, motors, drives, and hydraulic tensioning systems.

• Follow all lift maintenance policies and procedures as outlined by Lift Maintenance Supervisor, Mountain Operations Manager, General Manager, ANSI, and lift manufacturers.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of lift related mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Perform or assist in performing repairs as needed.
• Enter and update record keeping maintenance logs.
• Assist in repair, maintenance and upgrading of mechanical lift components.
• Assist in installation and repair of overhead and buried communication systems.
• Assist other team members to assure lifts are operating in compliance with all applicable safety codes.
• Actively involved in lift emergency procedures and time dependent repairs.
• Prioritize according to departmental goals.
• Have a basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic operating systems and ability to learn new systems as they pertain to lift operation and maintenance.
• Work closely with level 2 and higher level mechanics and electricians to further training and understanding of lift electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and operational systems.
• Communicate with the Lift Maintenance Supervisor, Mtn. Operations Manager, Mountain GM and other crew on all lift electrical/maintenance matters and safety issues.

• Starting Wage:
  From $24 per hour
• Employee Housing for a small fee live and play where you work
• Flexible work schedules – year-round & seasonal positions available
• Paid time off & holidays
• Free Mountain Pass for employees and qualified dependents
• Employee discounts on resort lodging, dining, and spa services
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)

• Must be over 18 years old.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Alaska Driver’s License.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in lift operation, lift electrical, lift maintenance and/or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of small hand tools, rigging, and equipment and the ability to use them.
• Ability to consult manuals, trade publications, vendors, staff schools and training programs to keep updated on current shop practices and new maintenance technologies to improve the efficiency and production of the Lift Maintenance Department.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to ski or snowboard expert terrain in all conditions.
• Ability to operate small equipment such as snowmobiles and ATVs.

• Be on alert and at times, on your feet for long periods, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Duties may need to be performed indoors or outdoors, at heights and in all weather conditions.
• Adapt to seasonal changes around the resort and special events.

• Physical demands:
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
  
  The employee must be able to operate hand and foot controls on vehicles. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to pass a functional capacity test developed for this job.
• Work Environment:
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