Experienced Lift Mechanic - 2026

Powdr · Bend · $25–$30/hr (stated in the posting)

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Location: Bend, Oregon

Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Winter season employee housing program & Summer season camping program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Discounted daycare onsite at Mt. Bachelor
• Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts
  

Position Summary

The Experienced Lift Maintenance Mechanic, is proficient in all the duties of the Lift Maintenance Mechanic Level 2, as well as being able to guide, direct, and train all Lift Maintenance personnel in most aspects of Lift Maintenance. The position also requires expertise in mechanical systems and principles, low voltage control system familiarity and troubleshooting, safe industrial work practices, aerial and surface lift specific maintenance procedures, and the ability to work with minimal to no supervision. They will be able to do most any task related to repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting an aerial or surface lift.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

• Be proficient in all the duties and responsibilities of all Lift Maintenance personnel.
• Train and supervise all Lift Maintenance personnel in the performance of their duties and
• Responsibilities.
• Safely direct and complete the preparation of multiple lifts for operational use.
• Train entry-level Lift Maintenance personnel in the proper operation of all lifts using main drive and auxiliary drives.
• Perform weekly and monthly lift inspections, advanced preventative maintenance tasks, and most mechanical repairs.
• Troubleshoot advanced mechanical component discrepancies or failures.
• Possess working knowledge of lift service and maintenance documentation, safety bulletins, drawings and parts catalogues, and industry-specific codes and requirements.
• Prepare required documentation with maintenance-related software.
• Possess expertise in mechanical concepts and principles as related to hydraulics, lubrication, power transmission, and rotating machinery as well as electricity.
• Possess expertise in industry-related tasks such as rigging and lifting, general ropeway maintenance principles and procedures, and industrial safety.
• Safely operate various over-the-snow and wheeled vehicles.
• Possess a specialization in specific lift maintenance skills such as detachable grip maintenance, line machinery maintenance, drive machinery maintenance, control systems, etc.
• Possess peripheral lift maintenance skills such as welding and fabrication, general carpentry, machine or electrical design, machining, etc.
• Develop, implement, and supervise large-scale lift maintenance projects.
• Assist Lift Maintenance Supervisors with planning, scheduling, parts ordering, and required Lift Maintenance documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee pre-operational and operational procedures and inspections.

Secondary Function

• Operate lift for passengers.
• Provide courtesy transportation for guests as dictated by Ski Patrol.
• Supervise Lift Maintenance personnel as needed.
• Lead major projects and act as chief firefighter when a lift goes down.

Job Scope

• As outlined and defined by the Lift Maintenance Supervisor.
• Supervise preoperational procedures within assigned zones.
• Supervise basic preventative maintenance projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Number of Employees Supervised: 5-10
• Positions Supervised: Lift Maintenance Assistants & Lift Maintenance Mechanics (Levels 1 & 2)
• Scheduling & Assigning Work: Within the scope of the assigned project.
• Training: Daily operations and inspections; departmental safety procedures; preventative maintenance procedures; general mechanical theories and applications; equipment-specific procedures.
• Performance Review: Input as related to Lift Maintenance Assistants and Mechanics.

Interpersonal Contacts

• Daily interaction with other Lift Mechanics, Lift Maintenance Assistants, Lift Operators, Lift Access, Ski Patrol, and guests.
• Occasional or varied interaction with Vehicle Mechanics, Parts Room Administrator, Grooming personnel, and Facilities Maintenance personnel.

Specific Job Skills

• Licenses/Certifications: Oregon Driver’s License; CPR Certification; 3 ILM Certificates from PNSAA or another Lift Maintenance Seminar (RMLA, LMS, etc.); A Certificate or Degree that has a relevant application to the field of Lift Maintenance (TBD by the Lift Maintenance Manager.
• Technical: Advanced mechanical theories; industrial safety proficiency; advanced troubleshooting principles; detachable lift theory and design; general electrical theory, design, and application.
• Physical Capabilities:  Climb ladders; climb on, over, and around structural elements; work with hand tools and power tools; perform necessary work functions while wearing a full body harness or other personal protective equipment; walk on uneven or irregular surfaces.
• Additional:  Communicate clearly and effectively using radio communications; hazard recognition; environmental training; basic first aid.

Education/Related Experience

• Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 5 years verifiable experience as a Lift Mechanic or equivalent at another ski area or 5 years of verifiable experience as a Lift Mechanic at Mt. Bachelor and 3 years of experience as Lift Maintenance Mechanic, Level 2 at Mt. Bachelor.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Such accommodations require an interactive discussion with the Human Resources Department before such accommodations can be made.
  • In addition to the specific conditions below, every position at Mt. Bachelor requires the ability to shovel snow and walk on steep and uneven surfaces.

Current Hiring Range: $25-30/hr (DOE)

Minimum Age Requirement: 21+

Schedule: Full-Time

Come Work Where You Play!

Please be aware incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status. 
 

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