Lift Mechanic – Level 2​/Certified

Position: Lift Mechanic – Level 2/3 Certified | $5k Sign-On
Location: Jay

Lift Mechanic
- Level 2 or 3 Certified job at Jay Peak Resort. Jay, VT.

***$5000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE THRU FEBRUARY 1ST!!***

FULL-TIME | SEASONAL & YEAR-ROUND POSITIONS AVAILABLE

This is where we’re supposed to give you a quick introduction about working at Jay Peak. Except there’s nothing quick about what your experiences will be or what our expectations are. In summary, we will expect you to work hard, to help fellow teammates, to service the guest and to have fun. In return, we will pay you fairly, let you know (and more importantly make you feel) that you are valued, and, if you’re so inclined, work with you to help create a career.

Still interested? Keep reading.

The Lift Mechanic is responsible for maintenance of lift equipment, winter and summer. Performs checks on a day-to-day basis in the winter to ensure that equipment runs efficiently and safely. We're looking for someone who will be a great fit for us here at Jay, and if you think that could be you, we'd love to hear from you.

Lift Mechanic
- Level 2 Certified - Has completed levels 1 and 2 of the Lift Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.
Lift Mechanic - Level 3 Certified - Has completed all 3 levels of the Lift Maintenance Apprenticeship Program and has either received their Trade Certified Tramway Technician Certificate or is working towards the necessary hours to get their Certificate. Responsibilities include training of Level 1 and Level 2 lift mechanics in technical and safety measures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Maintains and repairs lift equipment, to ensure efficient, safe operation.
• Performs daily checks, in winter, at the direction of the Lift Maintenance Supervisor/Manager.
• Verifies strength of wind at the top of lifts and advises Lift Maintenance Supervisor, so that he may decide on whether or not lifts should be started, at beginning of the day and throughout the day.
• On instructions from supervisor, checks assigned machinery locations in readiness for operation.
• Starts lift machinery, checking for abnormal sounds, oil levels appropriate, etc., marking items off on the daily log sheet.
• At the end of the day, makes sure that all lifts are turned off.
• Checks log of maintenance work that needs to be done, as recorded by Lift Operators and performs repairs or maintenance.
• Frequently works at heights to manipulate switches, etc. climbing towers in all weather, to do repair work.
• Lifts heavy objects, such as chairs.
• Wears appropriate PPE as necessary, i.e. hardhats and safety Glasses and fall restraint harness.
• In summer, performs maintenance of lift equipment and buildings:
  • Cleans lift buildings, taking down corrals, fence posts, signs, etc. for storage.
  • Cleans (degreases) all machinery.
  • Helps prepare rope grips for NDT.
  • Repairs and replaces broken chairs.
  • Performs line inspections of line equipment.
  • Checks drives of each lift, taking oil samples, making sure gearbox functions correctly and brakes are in working order.
  • Repairs lift buildings, ramps and fences.
  • Performs all maintenance as needed and required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Level 2 and 3 certified Lift Mechanics will assist with training of new Lift Attendants/Operators and may be appointed to oversee the operation of a specific lift/lifts to offer guidance to new employees, particularly early in the season and on weekends and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of…