Location: Frisco, Colorado

Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.

Job Title: Lift Maintenance Apprentice

Job Status: Seasonal

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $18.50 to $20.40+, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts.  Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available. 

Job Summary:

To assist technicians in maintaining lift equipment to ensure safe and reliable uphill transportation. This is an entry level seasonal position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform all duties requested by Lift Technicians related to the basic maintenance of Copper Mountains’ lift equipment.

Perform duties necessary for shop and equipment maintenance.

Be competent in operation of ski lifts for maintenance purposes.

Become competent at safe operation of snowmobiles and ATV’s.

Become familiar with all related maintenance tools, equipment and parts; including basic safe usage.

Be competent in basic departmental safety precautions, policies and procedures.

Guest Service Duties:

Minimal but contact with guests can be assumed in the course of assigned duties and expected to uphold Copper Mountain’s Core Values.

Other Duties as Assigned:

This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.

Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees.Upholds the most professional image.Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.

This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes.

Personal Attributes:

Is honest and has the highest integrity

Is able to handle and manage confidential information

Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines

Follows established policies and procedures

Is supportive of Core Values

Sets the example for others and is above reproach

Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.

Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.

Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment

Is flexible with hours and days of work

Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week

Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life

Has desire to learn mechanical and electrical maintenance techniques as a potential career.

Is attentive to the safety of self and others.

Basic Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to fluently read, write and speak the English language.

Eyesight must be near 20/20 or near 20/20 using corrective lenses.

Hearing must be adequate for normal conversational activity. Use of corrective hearing device is permitted.

Must be willing to climb and work at heights exceeding 20’ using provided approved fall protective equipment.

Must be able to stand and work in stationary position and/or elevated movement limiting platforms for extended periods.

Must be able to work outdoors in adverse mountain climate conditions.

Must be able to endure work shifts of 10 hours or longer.

Must possess a valid US driver’s license.

Must be at least 18 years old

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

Must have high school diploma.

Lift operations experience is desirable.

Experience with basic hand and power tools.

POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.

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