Lift Maintenance Apprentice
About The Position
Lift Maintenance Apprentice General Purpose: Participate in inspections, testing, monitoring, maintenance and repair of ski lift machinery and components, tools and buildings to ensure safe and efficient lift operation at all times. Train in lift maintenance procedures to achieve a full-time year-round level 1 mechanic position. This is a seasonal position from 05/01/2026 to 11/15/2026. Dates are subject to change based on the availability of the applicant and needs of the business.This role comes with a free season pass for you and your dependents. For a full list of benefits visit https://www.purgatory.ski/employee-benefits/ Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems and their operation.
- Ability to ride a snowmobile
- Ability to ski or snowboard.
- Ability to operate a passenger vehicle.
- High school diploma or GED required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with lifts is a plus.
- Previous experience with lifts is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist with inspections, tests and monitoring of ski lift machinery and components.
- Help execute scheduled maintenance on ski lift machinery and components, tools and buildings.
- Train in responding to, and determining cause of lift operational problems and in implementing solutions.
- Learn and apply all resort, department, ANSI B.77 and state policies and regulations.
- Log all maintenance and repairs on log sheets.
- Inform lift maintenance manager of all work in progress and any problems encountered.
- Organize and clean shop spaces, work areas and lift terminals.
- Remove snow from around lift machinery and buildings in winter.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- This role comes with a free season pass for you and your dependents.
- For a full list of benefits visit https://www.purgatory.ski/employee-benefits/
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
