Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice

Company: Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort
Location: Twin Bridges
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description Job Title: Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice Department: Vehicle Maintenance Reports To: Vehicle Maintenance Manager Prepared By: Sierra-at-Tahoe Prepared Date: 10/2024 FLSA Status: Non-exempt Pay Status: Hourly YR Status: Seasonal (Full-time) Benefit Status: None Pay Rate : Starting at $22-$24/hr DOE Embrace the thrill of winter and step outside of the norm and into an outdoor opportunity you’ll cherish forever. Here at Sierra, we pride ourselves on our welcoming and inclusive work atmosphere that keeps the stoke high for our guests and employees alike all season long. If you’re looking for a full career switch centrally stationed in the beautiful Sierra Nevada, you just found it. NOTE: This job description shall not be construed as a contract for employment. Must be at least 18 years of age. Sierra-at-Tahoe is an at-will employer. This position requires a post offer background/DMV check. SUMMARY This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience working with trained mechanics on an array of different types of vehicles, machines and resort equipment. Assist other mechanics with basic repairs, services and maintenance of equipment by following instructions of shop supervisor and/or other shop mechanics. Duties and Responsibilities are (but not limited to): Assist in the maintenance of equipment by following instructions of the shop supervisor and/or mechanics. Lubricates, services and maintains road equipment, snow removal equipment and other vehicles and equipment per appropriate schedules. Maintain a safe and clean work area by following company safety policies and procedures. Contribute to team effort and shop morale by demonstrating a positive and cooperative attitude and performing duties as assigned. Maintain shop tools and equipment through proper organization. Improve technical knowledge by attending seminars and training courses. Contribute to team effort by participating in Job Sharing, assuming responsibility for the cleanliness of the resort and safety of guests and employees; participating in safety meetings; accepting diverse assignments; maintaining a positive and friendly attitude and demeanor in all internal and external interactions. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with supervisors, peers, and subordinates. Completes work reports and uses computerized preventive maintenance software system for work orders and asset management, as required. Meet service level objectives and department goals as set forth by immediate supervisor. Flexible working hours. RESPONSIBILITIES TO SAFETY 1. Protect the safety of self, co-workers, and Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort guests at all times. 2. Report any potentially harmful equipment or situations to the immediate supervisor without delay. 3. Report safety-related accidents and incidents at once to immediate supervisor. 4. Follow all company and department safety policies and procedures. 5. Operate equipment in a safe manner that will not lead to injury of yourself or others. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six to twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous mechanical experience with small engines, snowmobiles or automobiles. Large equipment experience viewed favorably. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Resort certification for any equipment operated. Valid driver's license required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to employee interaction, moving mechanical parts, fuels, confined spaces, and varying outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate to loud.

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