Tune Technician Lead - Winter 26-27

Company Description

With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of Aspen One, owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you, Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.  

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram and  Facebook. 

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

Job Description

The Lead Tune Technician plays a key role in ensuring high-quality ski and snowboard tuning and repair while guiding the daily workflow of the tune shop. This role oversees the organization of incoming and outgoing equipment, maintains standards for machine operation and hand tuning, and provides direction to the technician team to ensure efficiency and accuracy. By balancing hands-on technical work with oversight responsibilities, the Lead Tune Technician supports a smooth operation that delivers safe, high-performing equipment and excellent guest experience. This position reports to the Tune Shop Manager. 

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until July 20, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Winter Season.  

Essential Job Functions / Key Job Responsibilities 

• Receive, sort, and organize incoming skis and snowboards according to established protocols, ensuring workflow is efficient and accurate 
• Assign tuning and repair tasks to technicians, balancing workload to meet deadlines and maintain productivity 
• Perform tuning and repair of skis and snowboards, including use of the Wintersteiger tune machine for final structure and edge polishing as needed 
• Inspect finished product for accuracy, consistency, and quality, ensuring all work meets standards established by the Tune Shop Manager 
• Guide technicians in proper machine operation, hand tuning techniques, and quality control standards 
• Oversee organization of completed equipment to ensure accurate and timely delivery to the correct location 
• Clean and maintain tuning machines, benches, and hand tools, and ensure team adherence to shop cleanliness and equipment care standards 
• Perform and oversee closing procedures to prepare the shop for the next shift, ensuring all documentation and equipment are properly managed 
• Assist with training new technicians and providing ongoing coaching to team members 
• Communicate effectively with the Tune Shop Manager regarding workflow, equipment needs, and operational concerns 
• Support coordination of equipment transfers as needed to align with operational and guest needs 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements  

• High School diploma or equivalent required 
• Certification in ski mounting, torque testing, and DIN settings preferred or willingness to obtain 
• Completion of Wintersteiger equipment courses or equivalent hands-on tuning and repair experience preferred 
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in ski and snowboard tuning, repair, or related technical work required 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities   

• In-depth knowledge of ski and snowboard construction, materials, and advanced repair techniques including epoxy application, edge work, and base repair 
• Prioficient experience providing guidance, training, or oversight to other technicians  
• Strong knowledge of tuning fundamentals, including edging, base repair, stone grinding, and waxing, and the ability to coach others on these techniques 
• Understanding of tuning standards that ensure optimal equipment performance, guest safety, and co