Dir. Mountain Operations

Peregrine Hospitality; Palmerton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free season pass

Food and merchandise discounts

Team celebrations

Job summary

Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton, PA is seeking a seasoned Mountain Operations leader to oversee Snowmaking, Lift Operations, Grooming, Rentals, and Housekeeping. You will drive safety, efficiency, and guest satisfaction through effective leadership and fleet maintenance.

Key responsibilities include developing maintenance programs, budgeting, and coordinating projects across mountain infrastructure, while recruiting and mentoring staff in a fast-paced resort environment.

Qualifications

• Proven success leading multiple departments to achieve goals.
• Strong understanding of resort operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of ski area operations including snowmaking/mountain operations preferred.
• General construction experience with electrical and mechanical skills and extensive knowledge of hand tools, power tools, heavy equipment, and snow automation systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; both written and verbal.
• At least 5 years of mountain operations leadership experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Snowmaking, Lift Operations, Vehicle Maintenance, Snow Grooming, Grounds Maintenance, Terrain Park, Rentals, and Housekeeping operations.
• Recruit, develop, train, and retain top talent.
• Assist with department scheduling to ensure a successful daily operation.
• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for snowmaking, vehicles, ski lifts, and equipment.
• Coordinate projects including summer repair, maintenance, installations to snowmaking, mountain infrastructure, and resort infrastructure.
• Assist in yearly budgeting and planning expectations.
• Oversee the timely and professional management of snow removal along the roadways and parking lots.
• Monitor and control the computerized process control systems for snowmaking operations.
• Respond to emergencies, including power outages, equipment malfunctions, and team needs to minimize operational disruptions.
• Liaise between manager, guests, and employees.

Skills

Leadership

Resort operations

Ski area operations

Construction/maintenance

Communication

Mountain operations leadership

Outdoor/ winter conditions

Night/weekend/holiday availability

Job description

Requirements

• Proven success leading multiple departments to achieve goals
• Strong understanding of resort operations and maintenance
• Knowledge of ski area operations including snowmaking/mountain operations is preferred
• General construction experience with electrical and mechanical skills and extensive knowledge of hand tools, power tools, heavy equipment, and snow automation systems
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; both written and verbal
• At least 5 years of mountain operations leadership experience
• Ability to work outdoors in various conditions, including winter weather
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

What You Can Expect

• Lead the Snowmaking, Lift Operations, Vehicle Maintenance, Snow Grooming, Grounds Maintenance, Terrain Park, Rentals, and Housekeeping operations
• Recruit, develop, train, and retain top talent
• Assist with department scheduling to ensure a successful daily operation
• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for snowmaking, vehicles, ski lifts, and equipment
• Coordinate projects including summer repair, maintenance, installations to snowmaking, mountain infrastructure, and resort infrastructure
• Assist in yearly budgeting and planning expectations
• Oversee the timely and professional management of snow removal along the roadways and parking lots
• Monitor and control the computerized process control systems for snowmaking operations
• Respond to emergencies, including power outages, equipment malfunctions, and team needs to minimize operational disruptions.
• Liaise between manager, guests, and employees

What We Can Offer You

We offer the opportunity to join a growing company with over 40 years in the hospitality industry and be a part of setting a new standard of excellence in guest satisfaction. We understand the importance of both personal and professional growth and support our team members in achieving their goals.

Team members enjoy benefits including a free season pass and activities around the resort, discounts on food and merchandise, and special team celebrations in an environment that gives you the opportunity to play where you work!

Why It’s So Great to Work for Blue Mountain Resort

Blue Mountain Resort offers an environment that encourages personal and professional growth, collaboration, safety, and fun. We are committed to fostering a rich learning environment based on individual talents and goals. Together we strive to cultivate a community based on trust and respect.

This job description is a general outline of the responsibilities and duties. Additionally, it is not limited to these specifications and is subject to revision by Blue Mountain Resort at any time.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Blue Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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