Lift Maintenance - Electrician 1

Do you have a knack for fixing things and a curiosity about how electrical systems work? Are you looking for a hands-on role where you can grow your skills in the electrical field? Do you want your next job to put you in the middle of the adventure and surrounded by picturesque nature? If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of a fun dynamic team, then Alyeska Resort is for you! 

 
We’re looking for Lift Maintenance - Electrician 1 professionals to join our team in Girdwood, Alaska. 
 
What You’ll Do 
 
As a Lift Maintenance - Electrician 1, your role is to assist in troubleshooting, scheduled and unscheduled electrical/mechanical maintenance as relevant to all aspects of ski lifts. These include, but are not limited to, electro-mechanical, light industrial control systems, low voltage AC and DC controls, motors, drives and overhead or buried communication systems. Working both independently or as part of the maintenance team, the qualified candidates duties may need to be performed indoors or outdoors, at heights, and in all weather conditions. 
 
Your responsibilities will include: 

• Follow all lift maintenance policies and procedures as outlined by Lift Maintenance Manager, Mountain Operations Manager, General Manager, ANSI, and lift manufacturers. 
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of lift related Industrial Controls including PLC's and Drives. 
• Perform weekly, monthly, and annual inspections.
• Safely inspect and complete equipment preparations for operations.
• Entering and updating record keeping maintenance logs. 
• Assist in repair, rewiring and upgrading of electrical lift components. 
• Assist in installation and repair of overhead and buried communication systems. 
• Ability to learn applicable safety codes to assist other team members/departments operate in compliance with all Alyeska SOP’s, ANSI, OSHA, and manufacturers operational guidelines 
• Actively be involved in lift emergency procedures and time dependent repairs. 
• Ability to prioritize according to departmental goals. 
• Have a basic knowledge of computer operating systems and ability to learn new systems as they pertain to lift operation and maintenance. 
• Work closely with level 2 and higher level electricians and mechanics to further training and understanding of lift electrical and operational systems. 
• Ability to communicate with the Lift Maintenance Manager, Mtn. Operations Manager, Mountain GM, and other crew on all lift electrical/maintenance matters and safety issues. 

 
What We Offer 
✅ Starting Wage: From $24 per hour 
✅ Employee Housing: live and play where you work 
✅ Flexible work schedules 
✅ Paid time off & holidays 
✅ Free Mountain Pass for employees and qualified dependents 
✅ Employee discounts on resort lodging, dining, and spa services 
✅ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  
✅ 401(k) 

What We Need 

• Must be over 18 years old. 
• High school education or equivalent. 
• Must possess a valid Alaska Driver’s License. 
• Strong mechanical aptitude. 
• 6 Months to 1 year of experience in lift operation, lift electrical, lift maintenance and/or equivalent. 
• Knowledge of small hand tools, meters, equipment, and the ability to use them. 
• Ability to read electrical schematics, consult manuals, trade publications, vendors, staff schools and training programs to keep updated on current shop practices and new maintenance technologies to improve the efficiency and production of the Lift Maintenance Department. 
• Ability to work outside, at heights in all weather conditions. 
• Ability to operate snowmobiles, ATV’s, and heavy equipment. 
• Ability to ski or snowboard expert terrain in all conditions. 
• Must have a solid mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn quickly. 
• Must be able to work independently, under pressure, be dependable and able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.  
• Must possess strong communication skills. Always be respectful of other employees and be able to work with all other resort departments as needed. 
   

What to Expect 
📌Be on alert and at times, on your feet for long periods, including nights, weekends, & holidays. 
📌Work in a fast-paced, high-energy resort environment. 
📌Adapt to seasonal changes around the resort and special events. 
📌Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, crawl, kneel, talk, see, hear, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee must be able to operate hand and foot controls on vehicles/equipment.  Specific vision abilities include color, and depth perception. 
📌 Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, heights, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.  Physical terrain in the work environment can be uneven with poor traction; there is ice and snow outside, and wet floors indoors.  Perform duties at heights. 
 

About Alyeska Resort 

Alyeska Resort is a world-class destination nestled in the mountains of Girdwood, Alaska, just 45 minutes south of Anchorage. With a 299-room hotel, a Nordic Spa, and a renowned ski area, we offer an exciting and dynamic work environment where employees can work hard, play hard, and Live the Adventure! 

Alaska is an incredible place and Girdwood is a friendly, lively town where residents value both outdoor adventure and community spirit. Alyeska Resort offers the type of atmosphere where our employees are able to work hard and play hard and are encouraged to share their enthusiasm with our guests. Whether you are a seasoned hospitality or ski resort professional or just starting out with an avid interest in ski area management or travel tourism, If you’re ready to bring your passion to Alyeska Resort, apply today and begin your adventure in the heart of Alaska!