Lift Systems Engineer - Year Round - Full Time at Steamboat Ski Resort summary:
The Lift Systems Engineer at Steamboat Resort is responsible for the monitoring and maintenance of ski lift electrical equipment, ensuring safe and reliable lift operations. This role requires expertise in programming, SCADA systems, and electrical troubleshooting, along with a commitment to safety regulations and teamwork. The position also offers competitive benefits including a free mountain pass, discounted skiing, and medical coverage for eligible employees.
Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, CO.
Year Round
Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities.
BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
- Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
- Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
- Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
- Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
- 401(k) plan with generous company match
- Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
- Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees*
- Free regional bus pass
*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits!
For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
POSITION SUMMARY The Steamboat Lift Maintenance team is looking for an engineer that is self-motivated and willing to learn. Experience in programming, SCADA, and electrical troubleshooting preferred. This role is pivotal to the safety of our guests and the efficient operation of our ski lifts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Responsible for aiding in the monitoring and maintenance of all lift electrical equipment to ensure the safest and most reliable lift operation possible
- Responsible for development and maintenance of Ski Lift SCADA system to ensure sufficient supervision of all lift functions
- Responsible for competent programming of Ski Lift PLCs and HMIs (with a focus on Allen Bradley PLCs, ABB PLCs, Red Lion HMIs)
- Responsible for programming and maintenance of DC and AC Drives (with a focus on ABB DCS800, DCS880 and ACS880) including PID Tuning
- Will be involved in the installation of lift control systems on new and existing lifts
- Must complete scheduled maintenance on time and complete work orders on all maintenance activities performed
- Must maintain an understanding of the current rules and regulations of the Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board and other applicable agencies including ANSI B77.1-2022
- Must become proficient at starting stalled ski lifts; assist in running lifts under auxiliary power and following lift failure and evacuation procedures
- Must continually demonstrate a willingness and motivation to learn and develop the job skills that are specific to the types of equipment that must be maintained
- Must be able to work well within a team to create a positive work environment in a high volume, and at times, stressful position
- May work nights and weekends during the summer and winter seasons as needed.
- Must maintain an inventory of hand tools required in the performance of electrical maintenance and construction duties to include a digital multimeter
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Must be able to read and write the English language
- Must be able to operate snowmobiles under adverse conditions (will provide training)
- Must have the ability to use small hand tools and electronic testing equipment.
- Formal training in electronics and lift electrical maintenance experience preferred
- Ability to adhere to all company Safety policies
The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.
Steamboat Springs area base hourly pay range: $30.00 - $38.00 per hourPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Must be able to climb lift towers and be able to work at heights greater than 50 feet
- Must have the ability to lift approximately 50 pounds
- Must be able to drive an automobile, pick-up truck, van and snowmobile
- Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions
- Must have a valid driver's license
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
WORKING CONDITIONSIndoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.
Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.
This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.
Employment with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is "at will" meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.
This position is located in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.
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Lift Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineer, SCADA Systems, Ski Lift Maintenance, Programming PLCs, Electrical Troubleshooting, Safety Regulations, Steamboat Resort, Colorado Skiing, Outdoor Jobs
