Experienced Lift Mechanic

Vail Resorts • White Haven, PA • 3d ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Excellent training and professional development Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary (https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Experienced Ski Lift Mechanic to join our Lift Maintenance team. The successful candidate will be hired into an Intermediate or Advanced role based on experience, technical proficiency, and leadership ability. This position plays a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all aerial and surface lift systems across the resort.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: $23.00/hr - $30.91/hr

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026

Shift Type: Part Time hours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability: No

Working Conditions:

Outdoor alpine environment with exposure to extreme weather

Physically demanding tasks including lifting, climbing, and kneeling

Early mornings, weekends, holidays, nights and overtime shifts may be required

Job Responsibilities:

Perform routine and preventative maintenance on chairlifts, gondolas, and surface lifts

Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues

Conduct inspections of grips, towers, sheaves, terminals, drive systems, and braking components

Complete accurate and timely maintenance logs and inspection documentation

Ensure work complies with ANSI B77.1, OSHA regulations, local regulations and Vail Resorts safety standards, policies and procedures

Work collaboratively with Lift Operations and Mountain Operations departments

Safely operate resort vehicles including snowmobiles and UTVs to access lift locations

Support seasonal projects such as rope inspections, load tests, and tower work

Lead or coordinate lift maintenance tasks and seasonal overhauls

Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs of drive systems and lift controls

Mentor and train Entry Level mechanics

Assist in lift modifications, retrofits, or new installations

Provide input for maintenance planning and compliance tracking

Participate in team safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Job Requirements:

Technical training preferred

2-5+ years of hands-on lift maintenance or related mechanical experience

Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with lift systems and tools

Ability to work safely at heights and in all weather conditions

Must have or ability to obtain a valid US driver's license

Able to lift and carry 50 pounds

Strong work ethic, teamwork mindset, and attention to detail

Intermediate ski/snowboard ability preferred

5+ years of experience in ski lift maintenance

In-depth knowledge of ANSI B77.1 and lift manufacturer specifications

Experience in leadership, training, or supervisory roles

Skills in welding, rope splicing, NDT, or controls troubleshooting

Familiarity with lift maintenance management software

The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances, click here .

The expected pay range is $23.00/hr - $30.91/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 512763

Reference Date: 11/27/2025

Job Code Function: Lift Maintenance

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