A good lift mechanic is hard to find. Leitner-Poma of America wants to help the industry rise up to the challenge of supporting the next generation of lift mechanics, with the sixth annual Rise Up Challenge.
Nominate an up-and-comer in your lift department who demonstrates a passion for lift maintenance and strong potential for growth. Six resorts will be selected to produce videos highlighting a rising lift mechanic and their team, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their work.
The videos will be released this summer, when viewers can watch and vote for their favorite. The winning mechanic and crew will receive a $3,500 education grant, courtesy of Leitner-Poma of America.
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"A resort's lift infrastructure is truly the lifeblood and foundation for all operations and a cornerstone of customer experience and satisfaction. As a supplier, we are committed to helping the industry foster and develop the absolute best technicians possible to support this infrastructure. This program has been long overdue in recognizing the best of the best."
- Daren Cole, President, Leitner-Poma of America
Check out the contestant videos from the previous years:
2025 Rise Up Challenge
2024 Rise Up Challenge
2023 Rise Up Challenge
2022 Rise Up Challenge
2021 Rise Up Challenge.


