Now Hiring - Mechanic

Mechanic 

• Department: Mountain Operations Department
• Full Time or Part Time Seasonal, Hourly 
• Effective Date: November 17, 2024

 

Overview: The mechanic will be an integral part of the mountain operations team to include working on snow cats, fleet vehicles, ATVs and other ORVs, snowmaking guns, small engines, ski lifts etc. The mechanic will also assist to create man-made snow for the enhancement of the natural snow cover, or to substitute for natural snow cover. The work schedule varies and is weather-dependent, but typically consists of 8 to 12-hour shifts. Reliable attendance is required. 

 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Arrive to work on time, dressed appropriately, and ready to go to work

• Ensure that all vehicles are regularly serviced whether by the employee or in collaboration with other service providers

• Ensure that proper operating procedures and company policies are followed

• Ensure that snowguns are operating correctly and producing quality snow

• Ensure that ski lifts are operating correctly and all regulatory requirements are met

• Shovel snow

• Other duties as assigned - this position may assist with lift operations and snowmaking as well

 

Qualifications:

• Strong personal character and commitment to success of winter season at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain

• Ability to stay positive, focused, and constructive when faced with setbacks, challenges, and while working in an ever-changing environment

• Basic understanding of winter conditions and ability to dress appropriately

• A work background that includes mechanical work and outdoor activities

• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience working on diesel and small engines.

• Experience with heavy equipment preferred

• Valid driver's license with clean driving record

• Ability to do heavy, physical labor, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to follow instructions written in English

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and nights

 

Job Relationships:

• Reports to: Snowmaking and Mountain Operations managers

• Interrelationships: Works closely and communicates effectively with all Lift and Mountain Operations department employees

 

This job description is to be considered a general outline of the duties and responsibilities of this position and is subject to changes and revisions by Recreation Management Corporation at any time. Responsibilities are listed as guidelines only and the job is not necessarily limited to these specifications.