Lift Mechanic

The Lift Mechanic is responsible for inspection, maintenance, and repair of components for all lifts. Includes daily lift start up and shut down and mechanical maintenance, at the direction of the Lift Maintenance Manager. The Lift Mechanic has working knowledge of and complies with applicable policies, procedures and regulations of Granby Ranch, Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board (CPTSB), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), lift manufacturers and insurance carriers and demonstrates diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Inspect lift for hazards and potential hazards involving passengers, employees and machinery.

· Has working knowledge of and performs routine mechanical maintenance on lifts to maintain lifts to CPTSB, ANSI, lift manufacturer and insurance carrier standards.

· Performs pre-operational lift start-up inspection to ensure that each lift is ready to run each day.

· Performs annual maintenance and periodic inspections on lifts to ensure reliability and compliance with applicable standards.

· Troubleshoots lift problems as they occur.

· Operates shop equipment and power and hand tools both in the shop and on the mountain in the repair and maintenance of lifts.

· Advises the Lift Operations Supervisor of changing conditions or occurrences that may adversely affect the lift machinery and/or its passengers.

· Reports and/or corrects conditions which may negatively affect guest or employee safety.

· In the event of an emergency, follow Granby Ranch policies and procedures.

· Attend periodic safety meetings to increase safety awareness.

· Wears appropriate safety equipment.

· Assists with building and installing modifications to CPTSB, ANSI, lift manufacturer and insurance carrier standards.

· Operates shop equipment and power and hand tools both in the shop and on the mountain in the repair and maintenance of lifts.

· Advises the Lift Maintenance and Operations teams of changing conditions or occurrences that may adversely affect the lift machinery and/or its passengers.

· Assists with Lift Operations as necessary.

· Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

· Must be at least 21 years of age.

· Valid drivers license required.

· Safe operation of snowmobile, 4-wheeler, and/or UTV.

· Talking to others to convey information effectively.

· Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

· Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

· Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

· Actively looking for ways to help people.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

· At least two years experience in the mechanical maintenance field, or a related field. Experience may be substituted for specialized training; two years experience for one year specialized training.

· High school diploma or GED is required.

· Previous lift maintenance or lift operations experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

· This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

· The primary physical environment in which this position outdoors with a high exposure level to all types of weather conditions.

· Lift, kneel, climb, balance, stoop, crouch, stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, grasp, feel, hearing, talking, repetitive motion, and working at height above 6 feet using fall protection.

· Exposure to: Chemicals required for cleaning, de-greasing, and?painting, fumes produced in activities ranging from cleaning to painting to fabrication of metal products. Noise generated by snowmobiles, lift equipment, compressors, and tools may require hearing protection to be worn.

· Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees in English.

· Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.

· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This year round position is eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.