Rental Equipment Technician

Schweitzer Mountain
parental leave, paid time off, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Newport
Nov 06, 2024
Seasonal (Seasonal) Thanks for your interest in Schweitzer! We're a community of passionate ski industry pros who work hard and play even harder at Schweitzer. Our team is consistently recognized as some of the friendliest in the biz, and we've worked diligently to craft a culture of inclusivity, respect, and fun! With our master plan as our guide to the future, we're collectively channeling to grow thoughtfully, charting a course of enhancing mountain accessibility and village vibrancy. We look forward to learning more about you and how you can be a part of the Schweitzer difference! PERKS & BENEFITS: Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees Additional free skiing + riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents Discounted skiing + riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts Employee housing available in Sandpoint area Onsite employee childcare available (limited space) Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, food, lodging, etc. Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for all eligible employees 401k plan with generous employer match Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees Discounts available for equipment rentals (based on availability), retail, food, lodging, and more Pro-deal pricing on equipment from top outdoor brands Bereavement pay Employee transportation available Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further education POSITION TYPE: Seasonal WAGE RANGE: $15.00 to $17.00 / hour DOE SUPERVISORY: No SUPERVISED BY: Rental Manager POSITION SUMMARY: Setup (adjustment), maintenance and return of rental equipment. Employee will work in gear check accurately checking gear, marking it, collecting fees and retrieving gear. Must be 18 years old for this position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintain a friendly and outgoing attitude. Safely fit customers with rental boots and set-up skis and snowboards. Assist with equipment testing and maintenance. Knowledge of Schweitzer Mountain facilities. Keep work area clean and neat. Wax skis and snowboards. Will perform other duties assigned. PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS: Job allows employee to vary physical position often. Combined standing and walking up to 8-10 hour a day. Employee will lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally. Will bend, squat, kneel climb, push, twist and reach above shoulder level often. Employee will use hands for grasping, twisting and fine manipulation. Worksite is 70% inside and 30% outside. Outside is exposed to ice/snow. Uniform is required and supplied. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: SKILLS: Must have strong interactive skills with customers and co-workers. Capable of retaining the training of shop policies and programs. EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. EXPERIENCE: Ski and/or snowboarding experience very helpful. LICENSE NEEDED: Certification for Rossignol alpine bindings. (Employer will certify during training). MACHINES OR TOOLS OPERATED: Beltwaxer, screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers and misc. hand tools. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is subject to frequent interruptions making continuity and accuracy difficult. High volume of business could be stressful. COMPLEXITY: Job activities consist of tasks that are often repetitive. Complexity of job is moderate. BENEFITS: Group 3: see Employee Handbook REVIEW SCHEDULE: This position and the person filling it will be evaluated once a season. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, Schweitzer reserves the right to modify, add, remove, or assign other duties as necessary.