Manager: Lift Maintenance; Hidden Valley, PA,

Position: Manager: Lift Maintenance (Hidden Valley, PA, US)
Location: Hidden Valley

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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Benefits

* Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons

* MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles

* 401(k) Retirement Plan

* Employee Assistance Program

* Excellent training and professional development

* Referral Program

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

* Health Insurance;
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)

* Free ski passes for dependents

* Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:

The Lift Maintenance Manager provides hands-on leadership, technical oversight, and operational support for all lift maintenance functions. This role ensures that lift systems are maintained to the highest safety and reliability standards while fostering a positive team culture built on safety, service, and continuous improvement.

Job Specifications:

* Starting Wage: $70,944.80 - $93,494.73 + annual bonus

* Employment Type:

Year Round

* Shift Type:
Full Time hours available

* Minimum Age:
At least 18 years of age

* Housing Availability:
No

Job Responsibilities:

Operational & Technical Excellence

* Lead daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all chairlifts, conveyor lifts, and surface lifts.

* Ensure safe and compliant operation in accordance with ANSI B77.1, state tramway regulations, and Vail Resorts policies.

* Develop and execute preventive maintenance plans and long-term equipment strategies.

* Support major project work including haul rope maintenance, gearbox service, and annual load testing.

* Respond promptly to lift issues and operational downtime.

Leadership & People Development

* Lead, train, and inspire a team of lift maintenance technicians.

* Provide coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities.

* Build a culture centered around safety, teamwork, accountability, and inclusivity.

* Manage scheduling, job assignments, and on-call rotations.

Safety & Compliance

* Champion Vail Resorts' safety culture and safety procedures.

* Maintain accurate documentation including inspections, work orders, and logs.

* Partner with state inspectors and internal auditors.

* Lead incident reviews and follow-up actions.

Communication & Collaboration

* Communicate lift status updates and priorities with Mountain Operations teams.

* Support pre-season readiness, in-season operations, and off-season project work.

* Collaborate on capital projects, upgrades, and long-range planning.

Resource & Asset Management

* Oversee inventory of tools, equipment, and critical spare parts.

* Assist with budgeting and capital planning.

* Maintain safe and organized shop facilities.

Job Requirements:

* Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with hydraulic and electrical systems.

* Working knowledge of ANSI B77.1.

* Ability to work in varied mountain weather conditions.

* Strong communication and leadership skills.

* Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred

* Previous lift maintenance leadership experience.

* NSAA, RMLA, or manufacturing training.

* 3+ years of lift maintenance experience.

The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be…