Assistant Manager : Lift Electrical

Job Description

Job Description

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program
  
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary: 

The Assistant Manager – Lift Electronics is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance of lift electronic systems while leading a team of technicians. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient lift operations.

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $26.60 -$38.00 
• Employment Type: Year Round  

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: No  

Job Responsibilities: 

• Oversee maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of lift electronic systems and controls
• Diagnose faults in PLCs, drives, sensors, and control panels
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and company procedures
• Review and approve technical work, schematics, and system modifications
• Support complex fault resolution and major breakdowns

Team Leadership

• Supervise and guide lift electronics technicians, Specialist and leads
• Assign daily work, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion
• Provide technical coaching, mentoring, and skills development
• Conduct performance reviews and support training initiatives

Planning & Coordination

• Plan preventive and corrective maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with operations, vendors, and other maintenance teams
• Ensure availability of tools, spare parts, and resources
• Support project work such as upgrades, modernization, and installation.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce safety procedures and ensure a zero-incident culture
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• Ensure all systems meet regulatory and company compliance requirements
• Maintain proper documentation and reporting

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor equipment performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Analyze downtime and implement corrective actions
• Drive efficiency improvements and cost control initiatives
• Implement best practices in lift electronics maintenance

Key Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of lift electronic systems and controls
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and troubleshooting electrical systems
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Technical expertise in lift electronics
• Safety and compliance focus
• Planning and organization
• Continuous improvement mindset

Job Requirements:  

• Strong management, communication, leadership, and team building skills, skiing/riding ability, and must be able to work in extreme weather conditions (winter/summer)
• Strong understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, and Hydraulic systems.
• Basic knowledge of desktop computer systems and applications
• Valid Driver's license or ability to obtain one upon employmenta
• General knowledge of the ski industry and lift operations
• Positive, solutions-oriented leadership.

The expected pay range is $26.60 -$38.00. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  515970
Reference Date: 07/16/2026 
Job Code Function: Lift Electrical