Manager: Lift Maintenance

 

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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 Epic 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.

 

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
 

Job 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
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

 

Job Summary:

The Lift Maintenance Manager provides hands-on leadership, technical oversight, and operational support for all lift maintenance functions. This role ensures that lift systems are maintained to the highest safety and reliability standards while fostering a positive team culture built on safety, service, and continuous improvement.

 

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $70,944.80 - $93,494.73 + annual bonus
• Employment Type: Year Round  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: No

 

Job Responsibilities:

Operational & Technical Excellence

• Lead daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all chairlifts, conveyor lifts, and surface lifts.
• Ensure safe and compliant operation in accordance with ANSI B77.1, state tramway regulations, and Vail Resorts policies.

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance plans and long-term equipment strategies.
• Support major project work including haul rope maintenance, gearbox service, and annual load testing.

• Respond promptly to lift issues and operational downtime.

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, train, and inspire a team of lift maintenance technicians.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities.
• Build a culture centered around safety, teamwork, accountability, and inclusivity.
• Manage scheduling, job assignments, and on-call rotations.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion Vail Resorts’ safety culture and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation including inspections, work orders, and logs.
• Partner with state inspectors and internal auditors.
• Lead incident reviews and follow-up actions.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate lift status updates and priorities with Mountain Operations teams.
• Support pre-season readiness, in-season operations, and off-season project work.
• Collaborate on capital projects, upgrades, and long-range planning.

Resource & Asset Management

• Oversee inventory of tools, equipment, and critical spare parts.
• Assist with budgeting and capital planning.