Lift Construction Laborer

Lift Construction Laborer

General Purpose:

• A candidate for the Lift Construction laborer position should expect to participate in large scale ski lift installations, repairs, upgrades, modifications and equipment installations at Purgatory Resort as well as occasionally at any other MCP resort.

• Large scale ski lift repairs, upgrades, modifications and installations shall be described as:

• Conduct and participate in major component removal, overhaul and installation such as haul rope replacements, rope splicing, gearboxes and electric motors; Mechanical and electrical major lift modifications such as drive replacements, control replacements, comm line replacement, excavation, surveying and concrete work.

• This is a seasonal position from 06/22/2026 to approximately 11/15/2026. Dates are subject to change based on the availability of the applicant and needs of the business. This role comes with a free season pass for you and your dependents. For a full list of benefits visit https://www.purgatory.ski/employee-benefits/

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Install new components into ski lifts.
• Remove old components from ski lifts.
• Tie rebar
• Build and install concrete forms.
• Heavy equipment operation.
• Rig items to be picked.
• Inform lift maintenance manager of all work in progress and any problems encountered.
• Organize and clean shops, work areas and lift terminals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of ski lift equipment and terminology
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems and their operation.
• Rigging and weight estimation experience.
• Concrete forming experience.
• Construction experience.
• Working in an alpine environment.
• Tower climbing.
• Ability to hike up and down steep slopes at high elevation.
• Ability to ride a snowmobile
• Making the safety of yourself and others a priority at all times is mandatory.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• CPR/first aid certification is a plus.
• Any relatable certification and/or experience is a plus.

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

Often the work day is spent outdoors in constantly changing weather conditions including snow, extreme cold, heat, rain, wind and lightning. Other times the work day is spent indoors at various locations such as lift terminals, motor rooms, operator houses or in the lift maintenance shop. An average day can consist of walking, standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, twisting and contorting. Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 100 pounds, as well as pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 250 pounds is possible.