Full course description
The Ski Lift Maintenance Technician Training - Level 1 is designed for those with at least one season of experience as lift operators, or in related roles, who are looking to progress from customer service and day-to-day operations to a more technical role in lift maintenance.
Through a series of online learning modules, your employees will learn to:
- Perform daily maintenance checks safely, efficiently and accurately
- Identify lift components and machinery and describe their functions within the system
- Apply safety standards and best practices regarding lift operation
Online technical coursework is supplemented with in-person, on-site assessments and live, virtual industry expert sessions that apply online learning materials to on-the-job scenarios.
Enrolled learners have 12 months to complete the course, but may complete it at their own pace. While completion time varies from learner to learner, we found that on average most people completed all online content in 12-18 hours over 4-6 weeks. Upon completion, participants will have the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for a Level 1 Lift Maintenance Technician role and receive an OSU-backed credential to verify compliance.
PNSAA managers or ski areas, contact OSU for possible discounts.