Head of Vehicle Maintenance – Ski Resort

Sugarbush Resort; Warren (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free skiing & riding privileges

IKON pass

Discounted golf perks

Paid time off

Health & recreation center insurance

Job summary

Sugarbush Resort in Vermont seeks an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Manager to oversee the daily operations of the vehicle maintenance shop. This full-time role plans and supervises shop operations, manages budgets and inventory, and leads maintenance staff.

Salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000 annually depending on experience. Responsibilities include prioritizing daily tasks, scheduling personnel, maintaining parts inventories, and coordinating with other departments.

Qualifications

• Must have 5–8 years' experience working on ski area equipment.
• 5 years' supervision experience; ASE certification required.
• High school diploma; tech program a plus; vehicle tech school preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work in all weather conditions.
• Hours can include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Strong reading and writing skills and the ability to keep records.

Responsibilities

• Create daily task priorities and solve mechanical problems.
• Schedule staff according to priorities and resources.
• Maintain budgets and inventories.
• Hire, train, supervise, and discipline employees.
• Prioritize and plan staff assignments.
• Provide training, advice, and hands-on help with maintenance tasks.
• Assure that needed parts are ordered or in stock.
• Communicate with other departments about maintenance needs.
• Create and manage long-term maintenance schedules for vehicles.
• Ensure all vehicles are maintained cost-effectively and timely.
• Supervise daily tasks to ensure quality and safety.
• Handle discipline and performance appraisals.
• Perform tasks of a vehicle mechanic.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Reading and writing

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tech program

Vehicle Technical School

ASE certification

Job description

Sugarbush Resort in Vermont seeks an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Manager to oversee the daily operations of the vehicle maintenance shop. This full-time role plans and supervises shop operations, manages budgets and inventory, and leads maintenance staff.

Salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000 annually depending on experience. Responsibilities include prioritizing daily tasks, scheduling personnel, maintaining parts inventories, and coordinating with other departments.