Ski Lift Technician: Maintenance & Safety Specialist

With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does.

Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit  or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.

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Job Description

The Lift Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and inspection of ski lifts and related equipment utilized in on-mountain operations. This is a technical position that requires learning all aspects of resort and mountain operations. This position reports to the Lift Maintenance Director.

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until July 30th, 2026.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of lifts and related equipment
• Assist in maintaining maintenance records
• Assist in lift operations including operating ski lifts;
• Being familiar with location of ski lifts on the mountain
• Know how to turn on & operate the lift controls
• Run lift on auxiliary or evacuation diesels
• Manage maintenance tools and equipment
• Assist in daily preventative maintenance inspections
• Communicate effectively with co-workers & supervisors about maintenance issues
• Update maintenance procedures & maintain records
• Develop a working knowledge of the Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board (CPTSB) & American National Standards Institute (ANSI) codes pertaining to ski lifts
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be 18 years or older
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid, current, unrestricted driver’s license required
• Previous mechanical experience preferred

• Ability tocommunicateandfollow oral or written directions in Englishisrequired
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers & supervisors
• Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals
• Ability to remain focused, organized, flexible, and detail-oriented
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Follows all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when working

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to frequency lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Ski Pass
• Other company perks