Ski Lift Mechanic/Electrician

Massanutten Resort | Mountain Sports Operations

Take Your Career to New Heights

Do you enjoy solving mechanical and electrical challenges? Want a career that combines technical skills, mountain views, and hands-on work in the outdoors?

Massanutten Resort is seeking a Ski Lift Mechanic/Electrician to join our Ski Maintenance team. This is not your typical maintenance position. You will play a critical role in maintaining the aerial lifts and surface conveyors that power our mountain operations, working alongside a skilled team focused on safety, reliability, and excellence.

What You Will Do

As a Lift Mechanic/Electrician, you'll help keep our mountain moving by:

• Performing routine maintenance on aerial lifts, our Mountain Mayhem Coaster, and surface conveyor


• Troubleshooting electrical systems and wiring issue


• Conducting preventative maintenance inspections and repair


• Installing and maintaining slope lighting systems


• Assisting with mechanical repairs and operational improvement


• Maintaining a safe, organized work environment


• Collaborating with fellow technicians to ensure safe and efficient operations 

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

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  • Must be at least 18 years old
  
  
  • Have experience with basic hand tools
  
  
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  
  
  • Comfortable working at heights up to 70 feet
  
  
  • Ability to lift to 100 pounds
  
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications

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  • Vocational training in electrical or mechanical trades
  
  
  • Lift operations experience
  
  
  • Welding and fabrication experience
  
  
  • Equipment operation experience
  
  
  • Valid driver's license with an approved driving record
  
  
  
  

Why You Will Love This Role 

• Work in a one-of-a-kind mountain environment. Use snowmobiles in the winter and UTVs/Rangers in the summer


• Massanutten is an employee-owned company offering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 


• Use a combination of electrical, mechanical, troubleshooting, and technical skills


• Learn specialized lift maintenance and industry-specific equipment


• Be part of a team that values safety, collaboration, and professional growth


• Enjoy the satisfaction of keeping guests moving and creating memorable mountain experiences

Typical Schedule

Days:

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  • Spring/Summer: Monday–Thursday, weekends and holidays required when aerial lift is operating
  
  
  • Fall/Winter: Monday–Friday, weekends and holidays required
  
  
  
  

Hours:

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  • Spring/Summer: 7am–5pm, additional hours as needed
  
  
  • Winter: 7am–5pm, occasional late evenings as needed
  
  
  
  

Core Responsibilities 

• Perform routine maintenance on aerial lifts, the Mountain Mayhem Coaster, and surface conveyors


• Troubleshoot electrical wiring


• Conduct preventative maintenance checks


• Install new lighting systems


• Maintain a clean work area


• Other duties as assigned by management  

Compensation 

Pay: $15.50 | Hourly 

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insuranc


• Paid Time Off (PTO


• Paid Holiday


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP


• Employee Discounts (Retail, Travel Programs, Special Resort Events, etc.


• Professional Development Opportunities


• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Join the Massanutten Team 

If you're ready for a hands-on career that combines technical expertise, outdoor adventure, and the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting equipment at the resort, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help keep Massanutten moving!  

Applications accepted until 2:00 PM on Friday, November 30. For more information, contact José Antonio Martínez at 540.289.3143.