Tune Technician Lead - Winter 26-27
- Full-time
- Job Location: Aspen
- Budgeted Pay Rate: $25.50
- Job category: Rental Retail
- Season: Winter 2026-27
- Job Classification: Full-Time Seasonal
Company Description
With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of Aspen One, owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you, 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 and Facebook.
Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the [email protected], aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.
Job Description
The Lead Tune Technician plays a key role in ensuring high-quality ski and snowboard tuning and repair while guiding the daily workflow of the tune shop. This role oversees the organization of incoming and outgoing equipment, maintains standards for machine operation and hand tuning, and provides direction to the technician team to ensure efficiency and accuracy. By balancing hands-on technical work with oversight responsibilities, the Lead Tune Technician supports a smooth operation that delivers safe, high-performing equipment and excellent guest experience. This position reports to the Tune Shop Manager.
Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until July 20, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Winter Season.
Essential Job Functions / Key Job Responsibilities
- Receive, sort, and organize incoming skis and snowboards according to established protocols, ensuring workflow is efficient and accurate
- Assign tuning and repair tasks to technicians, balancing workload to meet deadlines and maintain productivity
- Perform tuning and repair of skis and snowboards, including use of the Wintersteiger tune machine for final structure and edge polishing as needed
- Inspect finished product for accuracy, consistency, and quality, ensuring all work meets standards established by the Tune Shop Manager
- Guide technicians in proper machine operation, hand tuning techniques, and quality control standards
- Oversee organization of completed equipment to ensure accurate and timely delivery to the correct location
- Clean and maintain tuning machines, benches, and hand tools, and ensure team adherence to shop cleanliness and equipment care standards
- Perform and oversee closing procedures to prepare the shop for the next shift, ensuring all documentation and equipment are properly managed
- Assist with training new technicians and providing ongoing coaching to team members
- Communicate effectively with the Tune Shop Manager regarding workflow, equipment needs, and operational concerns
- Support coordination of equipment transfers as needed to align with operational and guest needs
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Certification in ski mounting, torque testing, and DIN settings preferred or willingness to obtain
- Completion of Wintersteiger equipment courses or equivalent hands-on tuning and repair experience preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in ski and snowboard tuning, repair, or related technical work required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of ski and snowboard construction, materials, and advanced repair techniques including epoxy application, edge work, and base repair
- Prioficient experience providing guidance, training, or oversight to other technicians
- Strong knowledge of tuning fundamentals, including edging, base repair, stone grinding, and waxing, and the ability to coach others on these techniques
- Understanding of tuning standards that ensure optimal equipment performance, guest safety, and consistency across the team
- Familiarity with industry tools, Wintersteiger and other tuning machinery, and safe handling procedures
- Proficiency in following company policies, operational protocols, and safety standards, and ensuring compliance by team members
- Skill in completing tuning and repair tasks with precision, efficiency, and attention to quality under time constraints
- Skill in providing guidance, training, and feedback to other technicians to maintain workflow and quality standards
- Skill in prioritizing multiple tasks and coordinating team workflow during high-volume periods
- Skill in documenting and communicating tuning and repair status, operational needs, and quality concerns to supervisors
- Ability to lead by example, maintaining high-quality output while fostering teamwork and accountability
- Ability to adapt quickly to changes in workflow, equipment needs, or team direction while maintaining operational standards
- Ability to maintain meticulous attention to detail when inspecting and preparing equipment, ensuring guest-ready performance
Additional Information
Work Environment & 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
Job Benefits
This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits: Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
- Paid Time Off Programs
- Paid Leave Programs
- Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
- Other company perks
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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