Location: Nederland, Colorado

Eldora is the backyard winter mountain playground for Greater Denver, Boulder County, and Colorado's northern Front Range. Eldora is located just outside of the charming mountain town of Nederland, Colorado, about 20 miles west of Boulder and less than 50 miles from downtown Denver.

Eldora strives to deliver Colorado’s Front Range the most memorable outdoor adventures to locals and out-of-town visitors.   Eldora Mountain Resort employs up to 700 employees at peak season and has 680 acres of lift-accessible terrain for skiing and snowboarding, including a Woodward Mountain Park experience, and a world class Nordic Center.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!

• Free employee season pass and discounted dependent(s) season pass

• Free and discounted friends & family day passes

• Free RTD EcoPass

• Employee Housing available for some departments (by voucher system from hiring manager)

• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)

• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting

• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & Colorado Ski Country resorts

• 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts (out of state & out of country)

Job Summary: The Lift Maintenance Supervisor plays a critical role in keeping Eldora’s mountain moving. This position leads a skilled team responsible for the safety, reliability, and performance of all lift systems. Combining technical expertise with strong leadership, the Supervisor ensures regulatory compliance, drives preventive maintenance programs, and supports a culture where safety, accountability, and teamwork come first.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support lift maintenance technicians in inspections, maintenance, and repairs of chairlifts, surface lifts, and conveyors.

• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs.

• Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards and all regulatory agency requirements.

• Coordinate with outside contractors for inspections, upgrades, and specialized repairs.

• Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection, and repair documentation.

• Train and mentor technicians in safety procedures, maintenance practices, and emergency response.

• Partner with Lift Operations and Mountain Operations teams to minimize downtime.

• Stay current on industry standards, technology, and regulatory updates.

• Leads by example for all company safety policies and procedures, actively contributing to a safe working environment for self, coworkers, and guests.

• All employees are expected to support Eldora’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment by participating in our Sustainable Transportation Program. This includes choosing alternative transportation, carpooling, using the employee shuttle, and avoiding onsite parking on weekends and peak days. These actions help reduce Scope 3 emissions, lead by example, and ensure adequate parking for our guests.

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as required by resort operations. 

• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of Eldora, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Support safe and reliable uphill transportation for guests and employees.

• Assist in hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of lift maintenance staff.

• Assist in training Lift Operations staff.

• Participate in company-wide safety training programs and certifications (snowmobile, UTV/ATV, fall protection, heavy equipment, etc.).

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.

• Minimum 4 years of lift maintenance experience, including 2 years in a leadership role.

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

• Proficiency reading technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.

• Knowledge of ANSI B77 and CPTSB codes.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills.

• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

• Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive, team-first attitude

• Must be fluent in reading, writing & speaking English

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check

• Must be at least 18 years old to operate company vehicles.

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

• Work at heights exceeding 60 feet using fall protection equipment.

• Work outdoors in extreme weather including sub-zero temperatures and high winds.

• Stand or remain in stationary positions for extended periods.

• Operate snowmobiles and off-road vehicles for extended durations.

• Work extended shifts (10+ hours) in demanding conditions.

• Climb ladders and work on elevated platforms.

• May be exposed to gas fumes, loud noise, dust, dirt, and varying weather conditions

Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $30+ hourly, depending on experience.

Benefits: This position is full-time hourly, year round position and includes an outstanding benefit package. This position is eligible to enroll in company medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options; season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e., food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

POWDR-Eldora Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, Colorado. 20 miles west of Boulder, CO. We are situated in the heart of Colorado's front range playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. All employees must align with the Play Forever program which implements our core values through support and execution Powdr’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment and support our community in Eldora’s everyday operations. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.