Vehicle Maintenance Technician II

Vehicle Maintenance Technician II

Purgatory Resort - DURANGO, CO 81301

Salary Range $24.00 - $30.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Vehicle Maintenance Technician II

General Purpose

Under general supervision, the Vehicle Maintenance Technician I performs skilled preventative, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure the operational readiness of the Purgatory Resort fleet. This role involves the inspection, service, and repair of a diverse inventory of mobile equipment, including snowcats, passenger trucks, snowmobiles, and stationary equipment on a continuing and revolving basis.

This is a Full Time, Year Round position that offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K options, and a free season pass for you and your dependents. All full time, year round positions are eligible for an annual bonus in addition to regular wages. For a full list of benefits visit Employee Resource Site.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities :

• Service & Repair:
  Execute skilled maintenance on company vehicles such as Snowcats (e.g., C-110, C-115), Snowmobiles (e.g., S-7, S-14), and Trucks (e.g., T-181, T-187).
• Preventative Maintenance:
  Perform routine inspections, Lube-Oil-Filter (LOF) services, and fluid flushes to mitigate downtime.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Ensure all work adheres to OSHA compliance and departmental safety guidelines.
• Documentation:
  Complete incoming work orders in a timely fashion and submit daily work reports detailing projects initiated and fulfilled.
• Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
  Identify issues ranging from basic electrical faults (e.g., lighting, battery testing) to mechanical failures in field environments.
• Inventory & Tools:
• Maintain personal toolset and ensure shop equipment is used efficiently and safely.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Technical Knowledge:

Foundational understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, specifically pertaining to passenger trucks and snowmobiles.

Physical Proficiency:

Ability to lift components up to 75 pounds and perform manual labor in extreme alpine environments.

Operational Readiness:

Precision, memory, and tactical discrimination are essential for identifying misaligned gears, hydraulic leaks, or electrical fault codes.

Education and Experience:

• Preferred Education:
  
  Trade school completion is preferred.
• Certifications:
  
  Possession of current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification is preferred.
• Licensing:
  Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass a background check with a clean driving record.

Professional Experience

• Required Years: A minimum of two years of combined mechanical experience.
• Industry Context:
  The experience must specifically be within a ski resort environment.
• Required Aptitude:
  Candidates must have a strong mechanical background and/or aptitude.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Solid knowledge of vehicle operation is essential, specifically for passenger trucks and snowmobiles.

Working Environment/Physical Activities :

The role is highly active, with 70% of time spent outdoors across all seasons in constantly changing weather conditions, including sub-zero temperatures and icy surfaces. Noise levels frequently reach 60–110 decibels, and hazards include high-voltage electrical systems, welding flash, and petroleum distillates. Technicians must be comfortable with frequent stooping, climbing, kneeling, and reaching to access heavy equipment components.