Hello all. I was wondering if there is any specific training courses or such for ski lift maintenance. I am currently an iron worker, and I have a wide range of mechanical skills. I would like to get into this industry. Thanks for any info, tips, etc.
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Started by Johnnyb, Jan 22 2008 06:44 AM
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Posted 22 January 2008 - 07:05 AM
Johnnyb, on Jan 22 2008, 07:44 AM, said:
Hello all. I was wondering if there is any specific training courses or such for ski lift maintenance. I am currently an iron worker, and I have a wide range of mechanical skills. I would like to get into this industry. Thanks for any info, tips, etc.
Johnnyb
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If you have a wide range of mechanical skills, the best training ground is a ski area maintenance department. A good deal of the training efforts for lift mechanics goes toward developing "mechanical skills" which you may already have. Many of the best lift technicians think of themselves as millwrights (an honorable occupation, I might add).
Fill out an application - you'll probably be hired. Then accept the initial low pay and see where you fit in. If you find a niche, life will gradually get better.
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Posted 22 January 2008 - 07:37 AM
Johnnyb, on Jan 22 2008, 07:44 AM, said:
Hello all. I was wondering if there is any specific training courses or such for ski lift maintenance. I am currently an iron worker, and I have a wide range of mechanical skills. I would like to get into this industry. Thanks for any info, tips, etc.
Johnnyb
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Salt Lake City has a new program at the thchnical college covering all the aspects of ski lift maintenance. Colorado also has a program through the school of mines, I believe
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Posted 25 January 2008 - 05:05 PM
Johnnyb, on Jan 22 2008, 09:08 AM, said:
Thanks guys. Ill have to check those schools out. As far as skills go, I can weld, pipefit, rigging, fab work, millwork, etc. So, I feel I dont need more generic skills, but stuff specific to the lifts. Thanks again!
With the skills you already have, you're a prime candidate for O.J.T. The schools will only teach you what you will learn at the area's OJT program anyway. Don't let them stick you in the "Apperentice" pay category - be a quick learner.
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