This position is located at Birch Hill Ski and Snowboard Area located on Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Up to 25% recruitment and/or retention incentive may be authorized for positions offering at least a guarantee of 10 hours per week. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Demonstrated work experience that furnished the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position consistent with accepted practices of the trade as indicated above. Ability to use and maintain appropriate tools and equipment. Ability to read, understand, and apply instruction and other materials related to the job. Knowledge of and skill to maintain and repair skis, boots, poles, bindings, snowboards. Skill in the use of a variety of manual and electrical tools and shop machines necessary for the maintenance and repair of equipment. Knowledge of basic mathematics to estimate/order materials, conduct measurements, and make adjustments. Ability to read and interpret manufacturer specifications used in the repair and maintenance of equipment. Ability to distinguish or determine proper dimensions and/or type of equipment needed to insure proper fit. Knowledge of the proper methods of accurately completing documentation forms, taking inventory, maintaining hand receipts, etc.
Repairs and inspects ski and snow equipment (i.e. ski edges and bases; binding toe and heel latches; boots and poles; cross country skis, binding and poles; and snowboards).
Bonds, grinds and replaces pads, baskets, straps, arms, latches, snaps, buckles, laces and grips as specified by the manufacturers workshop manuals.
Receives and issues equipment and supplies, maintains proper temporary hand receipts, and when required, processes statements of charges for damaged or lost parts and equipment.
Follows procedures outlined in binding technical manuals; adjusting binding according to customers height, weight, skier type, age and boot size.
Assists with maintenance, inspections, servicing and/or attending of ski lifts as needed. Assists ski patrol in emergency lift evacuation.