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Lift Maintenance

Lift Maintenance

vail resorts • Whistler, BC, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$21.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking motivated and safety-focused Entry-Level Ski Lift Maintenance Assistants to join our mountain operations team. This role provides a hands-on opportunity to work alongside experienced lift maintenance personnel to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all aerial and surface lift systems. No prior lift maintenance experience is required—just a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and mechanical aptitude.

Job Specifications:

  • Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $24.15/hr
  • Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available
  • Early mornings, weekends, holidays, nights and overtime shifts may be required
  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
  • Housing Availability: Yes
  • Working Conditions:
  • Physically demanding tasks including lifting, climbing, and kneeling Outdoor alpine environment with exposure to extreme weather


Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist in routine maintenance and inspections of chairlifts, gondolas, and surface lifts
  • Support mechanics with daily start-up procedures and pre-operational checks
  • Perform basic tasks such as cleaning equipment, tightening bolts, and monitoring equipment under supervision
  • Learn to identify and report signs of mechanical wear or abnormal operation
  • Transport tools, materials, and equipment to and from lift locations
  • Maintain clean and organized workspaces in lift shacks and maintenance areas
  • Adhere to all safety policies, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Participate in on-the-job training and technical instruction to develop skills and advance to higher-level mechanic roles
  • Assist with snow removal around lift terminals and access areas as needed
  • Respond to lift stoppages and assist with mechanical troubleshooting under supervision

Job Requirements:

  • Mechanical aptitude or experience with tools, equipment, or outdoor machinery
  • Comfortable working outdoors in alpine weather and at heights
  • Able to lift and carry 50 pounds
  • Able to follow instructions and communicate effectively with team members
  • Must have a valid US driver’s license
  • Intermediate ski/snowboard ability preferred

The expected pay range is $21.00/hr - $24.15/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

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Lift Maintenance • Whistler, BC, Canada