Lead Lift Mechanic

Job overview

The Lead Lift Mechanic role is onsite in Park City, UT. The expected pay range is $25.45 to $33.93 per hour. The position supports Vail Resorts’ lift operations by maintaining the safe and reliable mechanical operation of lifts. As working team lead, the mechanic oversees maintenance for a group of no more than seven aerial tramways and other assigned surface lifts. The role coordinates maintenance work, supports personnel, tracks equipment condition and repairs, and helps ensure lifts meet applicable safety and regulatory requirements.

What you'll do

• Perform routine and assigned lift maintenance
• maintain a group of lifts and review related squawks, including visual inspections after work
• record work performed and submit lift records promptly
• inform and consult managers and dispatch about unusual conditions or malfunctions
• assist with training and personnel scheduling
• ensure lifts comply with ANSI, Utah Tramway, and company requirements
• track maintenance budgets and spare parts
• respond as assigned to lift failures
• and maintain failure analysis.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead lift mechanic

lift maintenance

aerial tramways

surface lifts

mechanical maintenance

team lead

park city ut

year-round

full-time

$25.45-$33.93/hr

vail resorts

ski resort

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee ski passes and discounted lift tickets for friends and family, free ski lessons, discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles, 401(k), employee assistance program, training and professional development, referral program, and eligible full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, dependent ski passes, and critical illness and accident plans.

Why this role

Year-round position requiring five years of lift maintenance experience, three years of general mechanics competency, prior leadership experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work at heights. Intermediate or better skiing or snowboarding ability is required.

About the employer

Vail Resorts is hiring for this role. Industry: Skiing Facilities. Sector: 71.