Job Description

Job Location Nordic Valley Resort - Eden, UT 84310 Position Type Full Time

The Vehicle Maintenance Technician II/Lead performs advanced diagnostics, repair, and preventative maintenance on the resort’s fleet, ensuring maximum safe vehicle availability for all mountain operations. This role serves as a working lead, providing technical guidance, training, and workflow oversight to less experienced technicians while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Technical & Mechanical Responsibilities:

• Perform complex preventative maintenance inspections (PMI), troubleshooting, and major repairs on a diverse fleet, including but not limited to:
  • Heavy Equipment: Snowcats (groomers), Loaders, Excavators, and Skid Steers.
  • Fleet Vehicles: Trucks and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs/UTVs).
  • Specialized Equipment: Snowmobiles, generators, and small engine equipment.
• Expertly diagnose and repair all mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and computer-controlled systems.
• Perform welding and fabrication (steel and aluminum) as required for repairs and modifications.
• Conduct in-field service and recovery operations for disabled vehicles on mountain in all weather conditions, which may require skiing/snowboarding/snowmobiling to the location.
• Complete accurate and precise documentation of all work orders and parts usage.

Lead/Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Act as the working Lead for the shift, directing the daily workflow, and ensuring efficient operation of the shop
• Promote a culture of safety, ensuring all team members adhere to shop safety practices, proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Contribute to shop cleanliness, organization, and tool accountability.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in fleet, heavy equipment, or diesel/automotive repair.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing and repairing diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems (including complex schematics), and drivetrains.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License and maintain a clean motor vehicle record.
• Must possess a comprehensive set of personal trade tools required to perform major vehicle repairs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow service manuals, schematics, and technical documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and act as a reliable lead.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule and on-call shifts, often under extreme weather conditions during operating season.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly and stand for long periods.

Preferred:

• Certificates or formal training in Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment Maintenance, or Automotive Repair (e.g., ASE certification, manufacturer training).
• Experience specifically with snow grooming equipment (Snowcats) or other over-snow vehicles.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with air brake and/or passenger endorsement, or ability to obtain one.
• Experience working in a ski resort or similarly challenging outdoor/mountain environment.
• Basic computer skills for work order systems and diagnostic software.
• Proficiency in welding and metal fabrication.

Working Conditions

Work is performed both indoors in a shop environment and outdoors on the mountain in all weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, and low visibility. Work involves exposure to noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, and chemicals/lubricants. Must be comfortable working at elevation and sometimes on steep or uneven terrain.