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***$5000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE THRU September 30th!!***
FULL-TIME | SEASONAL & YEAR-ROUND POSITIONS AVAILABLE
This is where we're supposed to give you a quick introduction about working at Jay Peak. Except there's nothing quick about what your experiences will be or what our expectations are. In summary, we will expect you to work hard, to help fellow teammates, to service the guest and to have fun. In return, we will pay you fairly, let you know (and more importantly make you feel) that you are valued, and, if you're so inclined, work with you to help create a career. Still interested? Keep reading.
The Lift Mechanic is responsible for maintenance of lift equipment, winter and summer. Performs checks on a day-to-day basis in the winter to ensure that equipment runs efficiently and safely. We're looking for someone who will be a great fit for us here at Jay, and if you think that could be you, we'd love to hear from you.
Lift Mechanic - Level 2 Certified - Has completed levels 1 and 2 of the Lift Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.
Lift Mechanic - Level 3 Certified - Has completed all 3 levels of the Lift Maintenance Apprenticeship Program and has either received their Trade Certified Tramway Technician Certificate or is working towards the necessary hours to get their Certificate. Responsibilities include training of Level 1 and Level 2 lift mechanics in technical and safety measures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Maintains and repairs lift equipment, to ensure efficient, safe operation.
• Performs daily checks, in winter, at the direction of the Lift Maintenance Supervisor/Manager.
• Verifies strength of wind at the top of lifts and advises Lift Maintenance Supervisor, so that he may decide on whether or not lifts should be started, at beginning of the day and throughout the day.
• On instructions from supervisor, checks assigned machinery locations in readiness for operation.
• Starts lift machinery, checking for abnormal sounds, oil levels appropriate, etc., marking items off on the daily log sheet.
• At the end of the day, makes sure that all lifts are turned off.
• Checks log of maintenance work that needs to be done, as recorded by Lift Operators and performs repairs or maintenance.
• Frequently works at heights to manipulate switches, etc. climbing towers in all weather, to do repair work.
• Lifts heavy objects, such as chairs.
• Wears appropriate PPE as necessary, i.e. hardhats and safety Glasses and fall restraint harness.
• In summer, performs maintenance of lift equipment and buildings:
  • Cleans lift buildings, taking down corrals, fence posts, signs, etc. for storage.
  • Cleans (degreases) all machinery.
  • Helps prepare rope grips for NDT.
  • Repairs and replaces broken chairs.
  • Performs line inspections of line equipment.
  • Checks drives of each lift, taking oil samples, making sure gearbox functions correctly and brakes are in working order.
  • Repairs lift buildings, ramps and fences.
  • Performs all maintenance as needed and required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Level 2 and 3 certified Lift Mechanics will assist with training of new Lift Attendants/Operators and may be appointed to oversee the operation of a specific lift/lifts to offer guidance to new employees, particularly early in the season and on weekends and holidays.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, weights, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Understanding of imperial and metric units of measurement.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
It is expected that individuals holding this position will be willing to take the necessary courses and maintain status as a Trade Certified Tramway Technician.
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Must be able to work well with co-workers and other departments. Must be able to speak to our guests in an appropriate manner.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
This position will be expected to make repairs to equipment in all weather conditions, sometimes in high, precarious places. A good sense of urgency and a cool head are a must when a lift goes down with people on it. Employee must understand that worker safety is always important; the employee must use safe work practices and be aware of safe practices for other lift operations and maintenance staff.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. Stooping, climbing and kneeling are necessary to climb on towers and around
machinery. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds (Chairs and rigging equipment can weigh up to 100lbs). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus needed for climbing and visual inspections of lifts.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The lift equipment is loud, especially in the machine rooms. Use of impact wrenches is common.
RESORT CONDITIONS
This is a Winter Resort Area. It requires that work venues are varied, and in many cases include steep stairways, multi-level buildings and outdoor work areas, subject to very cold, sometimes wet or very sunny work sites. Some facilities are located at the base or bottom area and some are semi-remote and can only be reached by traveling via chair lift(s), skis or snowboards. Walking surfaces are frequently frozen, sloped and slippery. Proper footwear is a must, indoors and out. Work days and hours, as well as the number of hours required will vary, with an emphasis on weekends and holidays.
WHY WORK AT JAY PEAK?
We're a team of good-natured folks at the heart and soul of a growing resort community. Our co-workers are our friends, so we happily go the extra mile for each other and our guests. We're rewarded fairly for our collective efforts and encouraged to pursue individual goals. We're a family, one that gets to choose its members. We strive for an authentic, community driven Resort that derives its vitality from the on-mountain experience, respect for its history & what has come before it, and its employees whose energy and spirit are its foundation. It's not for everyone but we're not looking for everyone-we're looking for you.
IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Up to $5000 SIGN ON BONUS if hired prior to 9/30/2026:
  • Level 3: $2,500 after 30 days of successful employment & attendance and an additional $2,500 on April 1st, 2027(total of $5,000).
  • Level 2: $1,500 after 30 days of successful employment & attendance and an additional $1,500 on April 1st, 2027(total of $3,000)
• Wages ranging from $22-$35/hr, depending on work experience.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurances
• 401k program eligibility with employer match after a year of employment with 1,000 hours of service
• FREE or deeply discounted season passes for you and your dependents
• Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)
• Seasonal employee parties
• Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties
• For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here

Jay Peak Resort is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Jay Peak Resort will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, or for a full listing of all physical demands/requirements, working conditions, environment, and all other ability qualifications for this role please contact the Human Resources office at 802-327-2183 or hr@jaypeakresort.com.