Tune Technician

With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.  

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.  

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.

Position Summary

The Tune Technician is responsible for tuning and repairing skis and snowboards. This includes rental equipment and skis/snowboards held for guests overnight. Tune Technicians also assist in the transfer of equipment between Aspen Skiing Company locations. This role reports to the Tune Shop Manager.

Applications for this position will be accepted until October 1, 2025 for the 2025-26 Winter Season.

Essential Job Functions

• Receive and sort incoming skis and snowboards according to established protocol
• Tune and repair skis and snowboards, finishing with the Wintersteiger tune machine for final stone structure and edge polishing, when necessary
• Inspect finished product and ensure it meets the quality standards established by the Tune Manager
• Properly organize finished product to ensure accurate and timely delivery
• Clean and maintain machines, benches and hand tools each night
• Perform closing procedures outlined by the Tune Manager and ready shop for morning crew
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Courses in Wintersteiger equipment use and maintenance preferred
• Certification in ski mounting, torque testing and DIN settings preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of ski and snowboard construction and epoxy
• Basic knowledge of ski and snowboard maintenance and tuning (edging, base repair, and hot waxing)
• Understanding on how to assist customers and meet their needs effectively
• Demonstrates expertise in the technical aspect of the job
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Completes tasks and goals efficiently and effectively
• Follows all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when working
• Proficiency in communicating clearly both verbally and in writing to team members and customers
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, completing work at a high standard

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time. Kneeling and bending may be required
• Regularly work indoors with no adverse conditions. Some positions require exposure to outdoor elements or a combination of both indoors and outdoors and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50 lbs.)

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. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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