Lift Electrical Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

Killington, VT 05751
Position Type:
Full-Time Year Round
Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.00 Hourly
Job Category:
Mountain Operations

Compensation:
Starting wage $24.00 - $29.00, adjusted based on experience

Benefits:
Full-time, year-round, benefited position including;

• Optional company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account, employer paid short term disability & long-term disability offerings
• 401(k) retirement plan (with company match up to 5%)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off, holiday and sick pay
• Free season pass for employee/dependents
• Privileges at several other resorts
• Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, friends & family tickets, etc.)

The Lift Electrician Technician is primarily responsible for ski lift electrical maintenance, both preventative and unscheduled, working closely with the Lift Maintenance team. The position will also work on snow making systems and assist with other electrical maintenance throughout the resort as the need arises. This is a challenging position in an outside environment that typically includes the use of snowmobiles and ATV’s, climbing ski lift towers and servicing on‑mountain systems in all weather conditions.

• Valid driver's license
• 3+ years’ experience in electrical field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Strong interpersonal communication and guest service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to commit to working weekends and holidays during the operating season.
• Comfortable working in extreme mountain weather conditions.

• Knowledge of ski lift electrical operation and controls
• Familiarity with analog, digital and PLC controls interfacing low and high voltage systems to operate ski lifts and snow making systems
• Working towards or possesses a Journeyman electrical license
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code, Vermont Tramway Regulations and ANSII
  
  B.77 code
• Knowledge AC variable speed drives, DC motors, DC variable speed drives, battery powered low voltage 24
  
  VDC controls
• Diagnose, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment
• Must be able to climb chairlift towers to troubleshoot/repair equipment at heights up to 100 feet
• Have working knowledge of electrical and electronic control/sensor devices and their functions, testing and installation
• Be able to operate a snowmobile safely and respond to stopped lift issues quickly and efficiently in all types of weather conditions
• Must maintain OSHA requirements, as well as the National Electric Codes
• Troubleshooting skills using electrical testing equipment to diagnose problems
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business
• Other duties as assigned

It is the policy of Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC to provide equal opportunity and employment to all staff and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, physical or mental condition, or any qualified individual with a disability or veteran status.