Year Round
Arapahoe Basin is a small ski area 60 miles west of Denver that offers big-mountain challenges and life-changing experiences for our employees and guests alike. Whether you’re here for a season or a lifetime, A-Basin is a place where dedicated and hard-working employees have a chance to shine!
We are not your typical big-box resort, and that’s what makes the vibe here so awesome - we know you by name. The number-one reason our employees continue to work here is their incredible coworkers.
Apply now to be part of The Legend!
Perks & Benefits:
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Free season pass to Arapahoe Basin and all Alterra Resorts
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Discounted friends & family tickets
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Discounted Ikon Pass for all eligible employees*
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Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave, and more for eligible employees*
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401(k) plan with generous company match
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Ski Area discounts for Rentals, Retail, Silverthorne Rec. Center, and our food and beverage outlets
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Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more
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Financial assistance and mental health resources through TELUS
- Check out more of our perks and benefits here! (Scroll down to the “Caring for You” section)
POSITION SUMMARY:
Lift Mechanics at Arapahoe Basin are responsible for the maintenance of all aerial tramways and surface lift equipment during our winter and summer seasons.
Responsibilities include being on site to assist other staff members with any lift issues as they arise as well as performing regularly scheduled maintenance and reporting on all aerial tramways and surface lifts in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role that keeps the “wheels turning” at A-Basin year-round, this is the job for you!
WAGE:
The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high ends of Arapahoe Basin’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors , including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, and responsibilities. The range listed is just one component of Arapahoe Basin’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.
Lift Mechanics are eligible for a staging program that relates to applicable pay based on experience. See below for specific details.
Hourly pay range: $21.50 - $25.75/ hour
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Carry out all work duties in accordance with ANSI B-77, and CPTSB regulations
Pass a CPTSB Section 23 test
Be familiar with “OSHA” Codes and protocols and “Lock-Out Tag Out” procedures
Be familiar with “Confined Space” procedures to ensure a safe working environment at all times
Be familiar with “Qualified Climber” and “Fall Protection” procedures and “Basic Safe Rigging Practices” and procedures
Be familiar with “Lift Access Work Order System”
Be familiar with “Maintenance Manuals” for each lift
Be familiar with “ Blue Prints ” and how to read them
Perform weekly and monthly inspections of lift machinery
Assist with return and drive bullwheel hub purging; assist with bullwheel liner replacement
Maintain and repair lift equipment; ensure efficient and safe operation of all lifts
Perform daily start-up procedures; complete daily operation log for all lifts
Perform daily AM/PM inspections on all lifts
Check for abnormal sounds, appropriate fluid levels, other mechanical abnormalities throughout the course of daily work assignments
Assist with weekly and monthly inspections of lift machinery
Perform annually scheduled maintenance on all lifts as directed
Be able to operate all A-Basin lifts on auxiliary power without assistance
Operate (drive) all A-Basin lifts safely for line work
Assist the work chair captain while performing line work
Assist with grip and carrier inspection, general inspections, and Non-Destructive Testing
Assist with haul rope inspection and lubrication
Inspect and rebuild sheaves; replace bearings and liners
Collaborate with the Lift Maintenance team and other A-Basin operations by assisting with ongoing training and supporting seasonal lift operators
Safely operate a snowmobile, UTV, and other heavy machinery
Assist Lift Mechanics with grip, chair, haul rope, carpet, and auxiliary maintenance as well as any electrical needs
Follow all department sustainability guidelines as expected
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1 year of previous lift operations or lift maintenance experience - required
Ability and knowledge to operate basic hand and power tools
Ability to identify all lift components and understand their purpose
Knowledge of proper rigging procedures
Basic math skills to apply the concepts of algebra and geometry to lift maintenance-related duties
Must provide own ski equipment
Must be available weekends and some holidays
Must pass a motor vehicle record background check
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent
Must pass certified climber training
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to withstand high-altitude conditions at all times
Ability to use full range of body motion and lift up to 75 lbs.
Able to stand, walk, kneel, squat, and crawl throughout a 10-hour shift
Ability to climb ladders and lift a significant portion of own body weight
Ability to ski at an intermediate or expert level
Ability to perform all job duties at heights with the use of fall protection
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position will work outdoors in a high-alpine environment in all types of weather conditions. Most work is performed around loud machinery sometimes at heights and sometimes in cramped spaces such as a crawl space or machine room.
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Lift Mechanic Staging Program
Lift Mechanics at A-Basin are eligible for a staging program that starts when hired and continues into employment.
Lift Mechanic I: Pay Range: $21.50 - $25.75/ hr
See requirements above
Lift Mechanic II: Pay Range: $22.75 - $30.75/ hr
Ability to fulfill all Lift Mechanic I requirements in addition to the following:
Possess an understanding of the Lift Access Work Order System
Demonstrate the ability to make and fill out both unscheduled and scheduled 250, 500, 750, etc. Hour Work Orders
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to disassemble and reassemble and to test the following components of a chair lift, carpet, or tow:
Tension System
Brake Systems
Grips, Fixed/Detachable
Sheave/Assembly
Haul Rope
Auxiliary Engine/Torque Converters
Identify and explain the functions of all lift components:
Tension System
Brake Systems
Grips, Fixed/Detachable
Sheave / Assembly
Haul Rope
Auxiliary Engine/Torque Converters
Cable Tack(s)
Guide Sheave Encoders
Bullwheel Encoders
Electric Motor
Motor Tack versus Armature Feed Back
Lift Mechanic III: Pay Range: $24.25 - $35.25/ hr
Ability to fulfill all Lift Mechanic II requirements in addition to the following:
Develop a rigging plan for haul rope splice/repair
Develop a rigging plan for bullwheel bearing replacement
Be able to captain the work chair for lift line-related maintenance
Has knowledge to read and understand electrical schematics
Demonstrate basic electrical trouble shooting knowledge and skills
Identify why a lift is down (i.e., blown fuses, power outage, safety gate is triggered or malfunctioning, stop button is triggered or malfunctioning)
Hold current Level 2 NDT certification
3 years of previous lift maintenance experience - required
Be familiar with Tramway Codes - Chapter 23 and pass Chapter 23 test
Lift Mechanic IV: Pay Range: $25.75 - $38.75/ hr
Ability to fulfill all Lift Mechanic III requirements in addition to the following:
Coordinate and lead lower-level lift mechanics through all regularly scheduled and unscheduled maintenance projects
Demonstrate the electrical knowledge, skills, and ability to identify and explain the functions of all components the Allen Bradley, ABB, Yaskawa Drive, LPOA Light Drive
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in working with the following mechanical components of a chair lifts (Leitner-Poma, LPOA GMM Tele-Cord, Magic Carpet Ski Lifts):
Tension and Counter Weight Systems
Inspection and repair of Bullwheel liners
Inspection of the Haul Ropes
Inspection and testing of all brake components
Setting the correct stopping distance for a given lift as per ANSI B-77 STOPPING DISTANCES
Performance of brake tests on all A-Basin lifts
Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to read any blue print of any lift; identify and explain the function of every component
Demonstrate the knowledge skill and ability to troubleshoot any form of electrical problem on any lift
5 years of previous lift maintenance experience - required
Demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform heavy rigging including:
Gear Box
Drive Bullwheel bearing replacement
Return Bullwheel bearing replacement
Removal and instillation on an electric motor
Haul rope splice
Sheave assembly removal, rebuild, and reinstallation
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Arapahoe Basin and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Arapahoe Basin positions accept applications for a minimum of 3 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Arapahoe Basin is an equal opportunity employer and maintains drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Arapahoe Basin adheres to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.
