Seasonal Ski Mounting Technician

United States·West Valley CitySeasonal - Full Timemid

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At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our four online stores—Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport and, SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.

Job Overview: The Ski Mounting Technician (Workshop/Back of House) is a behind-the-scenes specialist responsible for the precise mounting, adjustment, and inspection of ski bindings. This role prioritizes adherence to technical standards, manufacturer protocols, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate is experienced, mechanically inclined, detail-focused, and comfortable working independently in a workshop setting.

Schedule:

- Full-time/Part-time

- During peak season, there will be mandatory overtime, including some Saturdays and Sundays around Black Friday thought Cyber Monday, depending on business needs.

This is a Seasonal Position with a maximum employment period of six (6) months based on job performance and business needs.

Accurately mount, calibrate, test, and release-check ski bindings following current manufacturer specifications and industry safety standards.

Use specialized workshop tools (e.g., mounting jigs, torque wrenches, release testers) and maintain their calibration.

Use warehouse management and mounting software.

Inspect skis and bindings for wear, structural issues, or safety concerns, documenting work performed and flagging any defects.

Support the inventory, care, and maintenance of workshop tools, equipment, and consumables.

Uphold cleanliness and organization of the workshop to meet safety and operational standards.

Collaborate with front-of-house and management for workflow efficiency and prioritize complex custom setups as needed.

Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.

Previous experience as a ski tech or with mounting bindings preferred; technical/mechanical background considered an asset.

Proficient with standard ski tech tools and equipment; ability to interpret technical mounting charts and instructions.

Strong manual dexterity and ability to complete fine mechanical tasks accurately and efficiently.

Proven attention to detail and adherence to safety/quality procedures.

Self-motivated and able to work without direct guest interaction.

Willingness to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends during peak season.

Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive manual tasks in a workshop setting.

Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. (ski equipment and tools).

Excellent hand/eye coordination for technical work.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Terms are defined as “Regularly”: 60 – 100%, “Frequently”: 30 – 60%, “Occasionally”: 10 – 30%, “Rarely”: 1 – 10%.

Regularly use hearing/speech abilities to communicate with coworkers, give/receive instruction, listen for equipment malfunctions, etc.

Regularly use sight abilities: depth perception, hand/eye/foot coordination, visual acuity in near-, mid-, and far-range vision

Regularly stand/walk on concrete floor

Frequently climb up and down stairs but rarely climb ladders

Frequently bend/twist at waist/knees/neck

Frequently use both hands/arms to reach/push/pull/lift:

Constant: 10 – 30 lbs.

Occasional: 30 – 60 lbs.

Rarely: less than 10 lbs., or greater than 60 lbs.

Crawling is typically not required

Work is performed indoors, and noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Competitive seasonal pay (based on experience and certifications).

Discounts on equipment, workshop services, and pro deals where available.

Access to staff areas and facilities; may include seasonal pass/lift ticket perks.

Professional environment focused on technical excellence and mutual support.

The CSC family of brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Washington state applicants only: If you believe that this job posting does not comply with applicable Washington state law, please notify us by sending an email to WACandidates@cscshared.com.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie-detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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