Location: Frisco, Colorado
Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.
Job Title: Vehicle Maintenance Trainer
Job Status: Year Round Full Time
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $2,923.07 to $3,461.54+ biweekly amount, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
Benefits: This position is eligible to enroll in company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options; season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.
Job Summary:
Works with the Vehicle Maintenance Manager and Fleet & Transportation Senior Manager to oversee the strategic direction of the Vehicle Maintenance and Warehouse departments. Supervises the daily workflow of the Vehicle Maintenance Department, including the administration of all maintenance work, the communication and scheduling of work both inside and outside the department, providing staff with maximum safe equipment availability with minimized cost.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate the development, implementation, maintenance, and integration of comprehensive technician training program.
Develop training material by writing, editing, and making proposals to management.
Develop the course material to implement a successful apprentice technician training program.
Develop and update training courses as needed.
Provide classroom and formal OJT to technicians.
Instruct and directly oversee day to day training of apprentice technicians.
Work to enhance a Preventive Maintenance Inspection, (PMI) program, Work Request Program, Inventory Control Program, and Safety Program to achieve timely, safe, and cost-effective repairs on Copper Mountain fleet by Copper Mountain's procedures, manufacturer specifications, and regulatory agencies.
Identify hazards and safety risk assessments and develop training to reduce risks.
Ensure effectiveness of safety risk controls and promote safety measures.
Develop and maintain required and appropriate operational record keeping and information systems to ensure regular analysis and effective management of operations.
Develop and maintain records of continued education training for all levels of technicians.
Work with vendors to implement training offered for specific vehicles/machines.
Update all training materials as necessary with new models, procedures, or standards.
Train formal (machine specific snowcat, bus etc) required classroom and practical trainings and updates.
Formulates, edits, and initiates maintenance procedures to ensure all necessary information is available to maintenance personnel and that they receive continued periodic and pertinent training.
Update paper and electronic training files of each mechanic to reflect accomplished training.
Provide training for internal systems used including work order systems, accounting systems and inventory control and ordering systems.
Check for quality assurance of vehicles serviced and follow up with technicians.
Assist in repairing and maintaining fleet vehicles.
Maintain proficient understanding of risk management issues and communication of appropriate information to other Copper Mountain management staff for implementation.
Coordinates training and safe operation training of mechanical, transportation, slope maintenance, heavy equipment, and departmental equipment to ensure Copper Mountain's employees are knowledgeable and safe in the use of Copper Mountain fleet vehicles. Research and establish innovative training methods. Organize training classes to maximize investment in our employees.
Other Duties as Assigned:
This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.
Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper "culture" with our guests and employees. Upholds the most professional image. Continually strives to exceed our guest's expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.
All Leadership team members are expected to participate in the company's Front Line Assist program to assist in operations as needed, as well as to participate in Leadership events such as meetings, required trainings, and participating in employee dinners/events.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Number of employees supervised: 20
Positions Supervised: VM Apprentices, Tech 1-2-3, Welder, Admin. Asst., Warehouse Analysts
Personal Attributes:
Is honest and has the highest integrity
Is able to handle and manage confidential information
Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines
Follows established policies and procedures
Is supportive of Core Values
Sets the example for others and is above reproach
Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.
Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.
Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment
Is flexible with hours and days of work
Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week
Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life
Basic Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
Must have a valid US Driver's License
High School degree or equivalent
Bending, reaching, climbing
Pushing/Pulling
Prolonged standing
Confined sitting
Eye/hand coordination
Visual concentration on equipment
Concentrated reading and writing
Rapid reaction to physical changes (operating equipment)
Extended periods of outdoor exposure
Extreme cold
Extreme heat and sun exposure
Variation in temperature from hot to cold
Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after position is accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Must be at least 18 years old
Preferred Experience and Special Skills:
Combination of five years of experience in the fields of master mechanics and welding with additional experience and knowledge in basic computer, supervisory, and management techniques. Additional experience and knowledge in basic computer skills, supervision, and management techniques.
Snowcat experience preferred.
Trade school graduate and three years on-the-job training or an associate degree in Vehicle Maintenance Management.
Supervisory skills 2+ years of experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Access, Word, and Excel.
This position will be posted and accepting applications until Wednesday, July 8th.
POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment.
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