Arapahoe Basin Ski Area Looking for Electrician – Lift Maintenance (Relocation Package!) at Keystone, Colorado Full Time

Relocation and Housing Package: Relocation reimbursement for out-of-area candidates. Housing assistance package; private discounted room in employee housing. See below for all other benefits!  

Status: Year-Round Hourly

Lift Electricians at Arapahoe Basin are responsible for the maintenance of all aerial tramways and surface lift equipment during our winter and summer seasons. This position requires a comprehensive working knowledge of electrical systems and principles, low voltage control system familiarity, PLC troubleshooting, and safe industrial work practices in accordance with state and federal guidelines. If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role that keeps the “wheels turning” at A-Basin year-round, this job is for you! 

Apply now and be part of THE LEGEND! 

Benefits and Perks for this position include:

• Unlimited skiing/riding at Arapahoe Basin and 20 other Colorado ski areas and resorts
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for full-time employees beginning on the 1st of the month following the applicant’s hire date
• 401 (k) for eligible employees
• Paid time off for all full-time employees
• Much more! Check out all of our perks and benefits here! 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Carry out all work duties in accordance with ANSI B-77, and CPTSB regulations
• Pass a CPTSB Section 23 test
• Be familiar with “OSHA” Codes and protocols and “Lock-Out Tag Out” procedures
• Be familiar with “Confined Space” procedures to ensure a safe working environment at all times
• Be familiar with “Qualified Climber” and “Fall Protection” procedures and “Basic Safe Rigging Practices” and procedures
• Be familiar with the “Lift Access Work Order System”
• Be familiar with “Maintenance Manuals” for each lift
• Be familiar with “Electrical Maintenance Manuals” for each lift
• Be familiar with “Electrical Schematics” and how to read them
• Perform weekly and monthly inspections of lift machinery 
• Maintain and repair lift equipment; ensure efficient and safe operation of all lifts  
• Perform daily start-up procedures; complete daily operation log for all lifts
• Perform daily AM/PM inspections on all lifts 
• Perform annually scheduled electrical maintenance on all lifts as directed
• Be able to operate all A-Basin lifts on auxiliary power without assistance
• Operate (drive) all A-Basin lifts in a safe manner for line work
• Assist the work chair captain while performing line work
• Collaborate with the Lift Maintenance team and other A-Basin operations by assisting with ongoing training and supporting seasonal lift operators
• Safely operate a snowmobile, UTV, and other heavy machinery
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must complete and pass a certified climber training course

Experience Requirements:

• 1 year of previous lift operations or lift maintenance experience- highly preferred

Skills Required:

• Ability and knowledge to operate basic hand and power tools 
• Ability to perform all job duties at heights with the use of fall protection
• Ability to identify all lift components and understand their purpose
• Knowledge of proper rigging procedures
• Basic math skills to apply the concepts of algebra and geometry to lift maintenance-related duties

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to withstand high-altitude conditions at all times
• Ability to use full range of body motion and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to stand, walk, kneel, squat, and crawl throughout a 10-hour shift. 
• Ability to climb ladders and lift a significant portion of own body weight
• Ability to ski at an intermediate or expert level 

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be available on weekends and holidays
• Must provide own ski or snowboard equipment
• Pass a Colorado DMV background check – preferred

Work Environment:

This position will work outdoors in a high-alpine environment in all types of weather conditions. Most work is performed around loud machinery, sometimes at heights of 70 feet above the ground and sometimes in cramped spaces, such as a crawl space or machine room.