Classic, consistent quality from a winning team!

Deer Valley Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, in the historic mining town of Park City which has evolved into an exciting and diverse mountain ski town. Our staff consists of locals, transplants, seasonal workers from all 50 states and international students from around the globe. We are a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcome, appreciated, and valued. No matter if you are 14 or 84 years, there is a place for you in the Deer Valley family! (Last year over 1,100 staff members celebrated their fifth season or more at Deer Valley).

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To provide general maintenance and emergency repairs to all Deer Valley lifts.

RESPONSIBILITIES: This list presents some of the tasks you may be asked to perform, but it is not intended to represent all of the tasks. Circumstances will dictate activities involved in your workday. For example, you may be asked to fill in for a lift operator for part of or all of the workday.

• Operate a chairlift

• Perform daily startup and periodic inspections of lifts in winter and summer

• Assist in performing after-hours repairs

• Maintain clean and safe workspaces

• Participate in daily morning briefings

• Participate in safety and equipment training

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of required records and logs

• Assist other Mountain Operations departments

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least 18 years old

• Provide personal basic hand and electrical tools

• Enjoy outdoor work in all conditions, including adverse weather

• Ability to climb lift stairs and ladders

• Comfortable working at heights

• Accept direction and instruction readily

• Advanced skiing ability

• Ability to lift and position heavy components 50 pounds or greater, in mountainous terrain as required

• Ability to maintain a positive and helpful attitude toward our guests at all times

• Take responsibility for the care and security of Deer Valley equipment

• Ability to work effectively with other lift technicians and other Deer Valley staff

Basic knowledge of:

• Lift theory, operation, and practice

• Operational requirements and problems

• Mechanical, electro-mechanical, and hydraulic systems

• Electrical AC/DC circuits, DC power supplies and batteries, DC motor theory

• Interpretation of technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics

• All applicable rules, regulations, and governing codes including ANSI B77

• Troubleshooting and repair techniques

• Use of DMM in trouble shooting electrical circuits

• Routine mechanical inspections on lifts

• Safe operation of snowmobiles and other company equipment

WORK CONDITIONS:

You must be prepared to perform assigned tasks in bad weather, high winds, heavy snowfalls, low visibility, rain, and extremes in temperature. You must arrange for transportation to and from work so that you arrive at your designated workstation at the scheduled time, which can vary. As you arrange your transportation, please keep in mind you will often be required to drive on hilly, snow-packed, and icy road surfaces.

UNIFORMS:

You must provide:

• Watch

• Goggles, sunglasses, gloves (all in good repair, neutral styles and colors, complimentary to the uniform, we suggest that you ask for a clarification if you have any questions as to this requirement

• Ski equipment (in good condition with a current binding release certification; you should be aware that you are responsible for any damage to your ski equipment while at work)

• Seasonally-appropriate, sturdy footwear

• Personal clothing (long underwear, layers, etc. . .) as long as that personal clothing is concealed by the uniform

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Year Round

Deer Valley Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer