Lift Mechanic

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort Pinecrest, CA, US

Salary Range: $22.00 To $29.00 Hourly

Lift Mechanics ensure the safety and reliability of our lifts by monitoring, maintaining and repairing lift equipment in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations. The Lift Maintenance Mechanic performs maintenance on aerial tramways, surface lifts, rope tows and conveyors. This position requires a competent mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting of various machinery and components, performing all tasks with a safety first attitude and demonstrates an ability to positively work as part of a team.

Lift Maintenance Mechanic is a physically demanding position requiring long hours and working in inclement weather. This position is a KEY member of the Dodge Ridge Team.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and the qualifications for the position. The job description is not intended to be inclusive of all duties an individual in the position might be asked to perform or of all the qualifications that may be required now or in the future. We will not ask you to perform a task that is inherently unsafe or that you are not adequately trained to perform.

When we do ask for your assistance with any job we expect an enthusiastic and cooperative response.

1. Understanding of the mechanical operation and theory of the tramways, tows, surface lifts, and conveyors

2. Daily inspections of all lift equipment

3. Daily, accurate and thorough documentation of lift maintenance records.

4. Understanding of the ANSI B-77

5. Knowledge of all repair manuals and maintenance information

6. An ability to troubleshoot and make repairs to tramways, tows, surface lifts and conveyors under difficult situations.

7. Use and care of radio equipment.

8. Maintain equipment, parts and supplies inventory and conserve resources by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipate equipment, parts and supplies and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

9. Meet service level objectives and department standards as set forth by immediate supervisor

10. Use the appropriate safety equipment for the task being performed.

11. Recognize and correct any safety hazards within the lift maintenance department.

12. Safe operation of a snowmobile in a variety of terrain.

13. Understand and follow the Dodge Ridge Safety Plan.

14. Maintain a tremendous level of organization, professionalism and cleanliness in all work stations; adhering to and accountable for the proper care, storage and safety procedures regarding the use of tools and equipment

• Be technically and mechanically minded, with strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to read and to write legibly and to use good composition skills to complete records and report form.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• The ability to work in a fast paced, task-oriented environment and maximize use of time
• Must be able to work in an environment involving noise pollution, requiring the use of hearing protection.
• Must be able to and comfortable working in confined spaces or on towers up to 70'
• Mechanical training
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Reading and understanding all technical documents
• Must be well groomed and present a good public image.
• Good physical condition as this position requires hiking, shoveling, lifting and carrying. Physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Good manual and physical dexterity skills.
• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet the Motor Vehicle Record qualifications as outlined in the Fleet Safety Program.

• Provide a positive…