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Lift Maintenance Apprentice Technician - Year Round

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 1 Apr 2026

About the role

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

JOB POSTING

 

 

Position Title: Lift Maintenance Apprentice Technician

Department: Tram Maintenance

Classification: Year-Round Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

Job Duties

  • Acquire on-the-job training while participating in performing all required routine and non-routine maintenance
  • Assist in recording all maintenance performed on the standard departmental work order forms with as much detailed information as possible
  • Perform pre-operational and daily inspections of lift equipment
  • Assist technicians in responding to mechanical/electrical downtime
  • Works as a lift operator during maintenance work
  • Assists lift maintenance technicians with line work
  • Assists lift maintenance technicians with grip maintenance
  • Assists with rigging operations
  • Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
  • Oils and lubricates parts on lift to ensure effective performance.
  • Participates in special projects for maintenance
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment
  • Performs tasks as requested by Lift Maintenance Manager
  • Assist Lift Operations department to ensure proper use of lift equipment (i.e. training, observing winds, etc.)
  • Keep parts, materials, and tools organized and clean
  • Work as a lift operator when needed

 

-- Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job—

 

Are you the right fit? Below are some traits that an exemplary candidate possesses:

  • Moderate mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to operate lift equipment
  • Strong safety inclination
  • Works well independently and with others
  • Good communication skills
  • Organized with attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to use harness and other fall protection equipment.
  • Ability to work at heights on platforms, railings, structural steel beams, etc., and to climb vertical lift tower ladders ranging to 150 ft.,
  • Able to suspend oneself in an approved safety harness and remain suspended for periods of up to one hour.
  • Ability to balance and ride moving carriers, such as work chairs and tram carriages.
  • Self-evacuation from a stranded chair, gondola cabin, or the Aerial Tram.
  • Lifting and carrying 75 lbs (minimum) on a daily basis.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • All-terrain fork lift operations.
  • Advanced ski or snowboard ability to move around the mountain as needed.
  • High school diploma or GED diploma or equivalent number of years’ experience required.
  • Previous experience in lift operations required.
  • Previous experience with maintenance or other mechanical work preferred.
  • Welding experience preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to operate a snowmobile and ATV.

 

Benefits & Perks:

  • Free winter ski pass and summer activities pass for the employee and their spouse and qualifying dependent children.
  • Medical and Dental insurance
  • 401(k) and company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Pay
  • Spending and Flexible Savings Accounts (HSA/FSA)
  • Free Life and AD&D insurance
  • Free Life insurance for employee’s spouse and dependent children
  • Discounts at JHMR Food & Beverage outlets
  • Discounts at JHMR Retail/Rental/Repair locations
  • Pro deals on gear and apparel through ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, and JHMR partners
  • Discounted Daycare and Kid’s Ranch
  • Free START Buss pass and 100% reimbursement for STAR

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