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Lift Maintenance Technician Level 1

POWDR


Job Location:

Truckee, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Location:Soda Springs California

Woodward Tahoe (Boreal and Soda Springs) located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain range is a year-round world-class action sports facility with a culture that comes straight from our main product: Fun. If this sounds like the kind of place youd like to work progress and play wed love to hear from you!

A Level 1 Ski Lift Mechanic at Boreal Mountain is responsible for assisting in the maintenance repair and operation of ski lift equipment. Key duties include conducting routine inspections performing minor repairs and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role requires basic mechanical skills attention to detail and the ability to work in various weather conditions. Ideal candidates should be safety-conscious have a strong work ethic and be able to collaborate with team members. Previous experience in a mechanical or maintenance role is a plus but training will be provided.

This is a Full-Time year round position which includes full benefits paid time off and 401k matching!

Whats in it for You

  • Proposed hiring rate of $19-$24 actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

  • Complimentary access to most POWDR owned resorts (Skiing Riding and more!)

  • Full access to our world-class facilities. Work and play in the same innovative environments as professional and Olympic athletes.

  • Friends & family discounts and complimentary passes.

  • Discounts on food retail and gear!

  • Enough free time to enjoy the Woodward lifestyle.

  • Career development and growth opportunities.

  • A connection with people that share the same passions and embraceeach others unique and individual style.

Essential functions & Major responsibilities:

Basic Mechanical Skills: Understanding of mechanical systems and components.

Hydraulic Systems: Understanding of hydraulic components and their maintenance.

Inspection Techniques: Ability to perform visual and functional inspections of lift equipment

Safety Procedures: Knowledge of safety standards and practices in ski lift operation

Troubleshooting: Ability to identify issues and recommend solutions

Preventative Maintenance: Skills in conducting routine maintenance tasks to prevent equipment failure.

Specific Job Skills:

  • Basic electrical theory

  • Able to use a multi-meter

  • Basic troubleshooting philosophy

  • Understanding the differences between hydraulics and pneumatics

  • Basic nomenclature for fluid identification

  • Understanding types and identifying grades of fasteners

  • Able to identify different type of wire rope construction

  • Expanded knowledge of lift components and nomenclature

  • Basic understanding of how to navigate the ANSI B77 code book and lift service/maintenance manuals

Technical Skills:

  • Competent in the operation of stand-by and evacuation motor procedures for fixed grip and detachable chairlifts.

  • Competent in Brake torque testing

  • Perform all daily weekly monthly and annual inspections tests and maintenance procedures per manufacture or governing bodies.

  • Demonstrate/perform all necessary inspections and tests for state and insurance inspectors

  • Competent in measuring and inspecting haul rope and counterweight ropes

  • Competent in measuring and inspecting roller chain and link chain on tension systems

  • Preform minor tower adjustment/line work brake adjustments and sheave rebuild/replacement.

  • Work with visual and magnetic particle NDT procedures under the supervision by a level 2 certified inspector

  • Preform minor wiring installations battery installations electrical component replacement and repairs

  • Obtain oil samples for analysis and monitor gear boxes temperatures and oil pressures.

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories backgrounds experiences and identities where we all have different in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness creativity and different points of view. Even if you dont think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job wed love to hear from you.


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Required Experience:

IC