Facilities Manager

Mission Ridge Ski Resort; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Ridge Ski Resort is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead maintenance, safety, and operations across our mountain facilities, buildings, and grounds. You will oversee staff and contractors, coordinate preventative maintenance, and manage budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires hands-on leadership with broad knowledge of building trades and mountain operations, including utilities, water treatment, and seasonal workloads. Weekend/holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with 4 years in construction-related field or 2 years college plus 4 years trades experience.
• Strong knowledge of building trades and facility systems; hands-on leadership and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, safety, and functionality of Mission Ridge facilities, buildings, grounds and utility systems.
• Supervise facilities staff and contractors; coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, and capital projects.
• Manage departmental staffing and budgets; ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Support daily resort operations and respond to urgent maintenance needs.

Skills

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

HVAC

Concrete

Equipment operation

Motor controls

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma

Trade/vocational training or 2-year college plus 4 years trades experience

Tools

Washington State Driver's License

Job description

Mission Ridge exists to improve the lives of our guests. We want to fill their hearts with unexplainable joy, freedom, fun, and the excitement of exploration, while strengthening the community we call home. We're looking for a Facilities Manager to manage the safety and welcoming facilities that support an exceptional guest and employee experience. Our work is guided by four core values: Seek First to Help, Dedicated to Results, Optimism in Action, and Solution Seekers.

OVERVIEW:

Group/Class:Hourly Group II Non-Exempt

Pay Range:$18-$25

Reports to:Base Operations Director

Supervises:Facilities, Parking & Cleaning Crew

Status:Full-Time

FACILITIES MANAGER JOB SUMMARY:

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the overall maintenance, safety, and functionality of Mission Ridge facilities, buildings, grounds, and supporting utility systems. This position oversees facilities staff and contractors while coordinating preventative maintenance, repairs, regulatory testing, and capital improvement projects. The Facilities Manager also manages departmental staffing and budgets, ensures compliance with applicable safety and environmental regulations, and supports daily resort operations as needed. This role requires a hands-on leader with broad knowledge of building trades, facility systems, and year-round mountain operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS:

• Maintenance and repair of all Mission Ridge properties and associated buildings, water collection, treatment, and distribution-Sewer collection and treatment, Electrical distribution and repair, Security and fire system maintenance, Landscaping and Sign making.
• Monthly testing of drinking water submitted and quarterly testing of treatment plant submitted to testing agency as well as daily testing of drinking water onsite
• Interview, hire, train and supervise any facility staff.
• Maintain staff schedules to meet operational demands, while ensuring a high level of guest service.
• Develop and adjust departmental budgets to meet operational needs.
• Operation & Capital Budgeting for Facilities personnel, supplies and projects.
• Garbage collection, recycling, building and grounds snow removal, propane dispensation and recording, and general housekeeping.
• Maintaining said properties within the guidelines as set forth by the city, county, state or federal agencies to include the A.D.A., D.O.H., E.P.A., D.O.E., W.I.S.H.A., O.S.H.A., and adherence to City and County Fire Codes. A Working knowledge of these agencies as it pertains to reporting and adherence to environmental, water, sewer and building issues.
• Review bids for contract work and oversee projects as it relates to the facilities.
• Assist parking crew with parking procedures and parking areas; assisting guests with locked vehicles, dead batteries, shuttle services, etc.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Preferred background in electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC, concrete, equipment operation, motor controls and all hand tools.
• Written and verbal command of the English Language.
• Computer and documentation skills.
• Must possess a valid and insurable Washington State Drivers License. (CDL recommended)
• Must be able to work holidays, weekends and nights.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate and minimum of 4 years in construction related field or 2 years College Degree and or 4 years experience in trades.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, pushing, pulling, and working with hand and power tools. The Facilities Manager must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and, on occasion, assist with heavier items of up to 80 pounds. Work may be performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, on uneven terrain, around machinery, and in confined or elevated work areas. The position also requires sufficient vision, hearing, coordination, and manual dexterity to safely inspect facilities, operate equipment, perform repairs, and respond to operational needs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Mission Ridge is a non-smoking facility. Weekend and holiday work may be required, including extended hours, due to the seasonal nature of the ski industry. Because operations are dependent on weather and seasonality, Mission Ridge is an at-will employer, and all employees may experience reduced hours or layoffs. Additionally, employees may be required to lift up to 80 pounds.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Seeing: REGULARLY (67-100%)

-must be able to read Reports and use a computer

Hearing: REGULARLY (67-100%)

- Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers

Standing/Walking : REGULARLY (67-100%)

-Consistent and constant standing and walking while in operation.

Climbing/stooping/Kneeling : FREQUENTLY (34-66%)

-The position requires the ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, kneel, stoop, and crouch for extended periods.

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing : FREQUENTLY (34-66%)

-Must be able to lift items up to 50lbs

Fingering/Grasping/Feeling : REGULARLY (67-100%)

-Must be able to write, and use phone system

NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skill required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Final candidates may be subject to a background screening.