Lift Maintenance Technician - Level 1

Location: Soda Springs, California

Woodward Tahoe (Boreal and Soda Springs), located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain range, is a year-round world-class action sports facility with a culture that comes straight from our main product: Fun. If this sounds like the kind of place you'd like to work, progress, and play, we'd love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a motivated and safety-focused Lift Maintenance Technician – Level 1 to join our Mountain Operations team. This entry-level position is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on mechanical work, learning new skills, and being part of the behind-the-scenes crew that keeps our mountain running safely and smoothly.

This is a year-round, full-time position with full benefits and 401k offering.

Perks & Benefits:

• Starting $18.00

• Free pass to all Powdr resorts

• Access to Woodward Tahoe’s Bunker facilities

• Employee discounts on food, retail, and rentals

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development

• Be part of a tight-knit, creative, and fun marketing team in an inspiring action sports environment!

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of aerial and surface lifts

• Complete routine maintenance tasks under the guidance of senior technicians

• Perform basic mechanical adjustments and lubrication

• Support lift start-up and shutdown procedures

• Help troubleshoot lift issues and communicate findings to senior techs

• Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, repairs, and parts used

• Follow all safety protocols and industry standards at all times

• Assist with snow removal and general mountain operations tasks as needed

• Provide excellent internal customer service to lift operations and other departments

What We’re Looking For:

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks

• Comfortable working at heights and around machinery (training provided)

• Positive attitude and team-focused mindset

• Valid driver’s license (required)

• Previous mechanical, electrical, or maintenance experience is a plus but not required

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Early morning start times required

• Weekends and holidays required during the winter season

• Fast-paced, outdoor environment with changing mountain conditions

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common.  We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view.  Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.

If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to talentandculture@woodwardmountaincenters.com