Operations Specialist

Natural Retreats; Big Sky Meadow Village (MT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 vacation days

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

A luxury vacation rental home management company in Big Sky, MT is seeking an Operations Specialist to ensure exceptional customer service for guests. Key responsibilities include property inspections, communication with guests, and managing maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates have excellent organizational skills and a valid driver's license. This role involves full-time hours with flexibility especially during peak times.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing, including drug testing.
• Proficiency in basic troubleshooting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ensure amazing customer service for guests during their stay.
• Communicate effectively with guests on the phone and electronically.
• Perform inspections to ensure properties are guest ready.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Outstanding customer service

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Basic knowledge of maintenance tasks

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Natural Retreats is looking for an Operations Specialist to join our team in Big Sky, MT. Operations Specialists ensure all guests and owners receive amazing customer service in all aspects of their stay from arrival to departure. Join the best luxury vacation rental home management company!

Compensation

$25.00 - $27.00 / hr.

Benefits & PTO

• 15 vacation days


• 9 holidays


• 7 sick days


• 5 NR Days with a $1,500 allowance to book a NR/360 Blue vacation home


• Maternity AND Paternity Leave


• Medical (Traditional PPO-style plans and High Deductible Plan w/ HSA)


• Dental


• Vision


• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)


• 401K retirement plan options with 3.5% company match


• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% company paid)


• Basic Life Insurance Policy of $50,000 (100% company paid)


• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child)


• Company Cell Phone

Responsibilities

• To be a brand ambassador, promoting all NR locations and services to guests and colleagues alike


• Ensure that all guests and owners receive amazing customer service in all aspects of their stay from arrival through to their departure


• Communicate with guests on the phone and electronically


• Resolve guest complaints, concerns, etc. to improve the guest experience and escalate any necessary concerns to the respective party


• Gain and maintain a strong working knowledge of the destination and be able to effectively communicate this to guests and other departments within Natural Retreats


• Ensure all properties are ready, prepped, correctly setup, and staged according to Natural Retreats brand standards in a timely manner prior to every guest and owner arrival


• Deliver branded amenities to homes prior to guest stays


• Perform complete inspections following guest departures to ensure no damage to property has occurred and work with Guest Experience team and the GM/PM to rectify any issues encountered


• Perform weekly Home Inspections as per OMAs


• Ensure all NR brand standards are met in terms of safety, cleanliness, and sanitation


• Record all guest and owner communications called into office and enter in NRES/Salesforce and follow up with Guest Experience team to ensure the loop is closed with the guest


• Responsible for detailed knowledge of property inventory, location, amenities etc.


• Ensure all homes are guest ready and be responsible for processing work orders for maintenance and housekeeping issues and follow through that all work orders are completed


• Approve, code, and submit invoices/Amex expenses in Concur as assigned


• Work with the General Manager/PMs to oversee owner and guest services and fulfill owner and guest requests


• Assist with all aspects of maintenance including but not limited to:


• Reset Wi-Fi routers and modems


• Reset and program cable and satellite TV receivers


• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service


• Diagnose problems. Replace or repair parts, test, and make adjustments


• Participate in snow and ice removal around the managed properties and around the office as needed


• Work Orders


• Facilitate work orders as assigned


• Create work orders for maintenance team and/or vendors


• Provide open, honest, and timely communication to all departments and central teams


• Manage any stocks of consumable items such as lightbulbs, batteries, dishes, etc. efficiently and within budget, assigning appropriate charges to owners as required by applicable deadlines


• Manage the upkeep, maintenance, and inventory of the property, and in conjunction with owners, replace items where necessary using approved suppliers and equipment


• Conduct property inspections within a timeline outlined by the GM/PM and as outlined in our management agreements


• Work with GM/PM to ensure all owner charges are entered timely and accurately and posted to monthly owner statements


• Assist with conducting investigations and complete reports according to Natural Retreats policies in the event of accidents or injuries to guests in coordination with site management

Experience & Skills

• Valid driver’s license


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite


• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively record and catalogue documents on work performed


• Ability to pass pre-employment testing which may include drug testing and/or background screening


• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written


• Ability to work independently and as a team


• Outstanding customer service


• Ability to effectively prioritize and take a proactive and flexible approach to both job duties and problem-solving


• Basic knowledge of audio/visual, electrical, plumbing, mechanics, and appliance repair


• Highly self-motivated and autonomous with a keen attention to detail


• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment


• Ability to be flexible with hours of work varying, especially during peak season


• Ability to lift 25 lbs

Experience & Skills - Desired

• Previous experience in a similar role


• Experience in the hospitality industry


• Basic troubleshooting knowledge of internet routers

Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. This position is expected to work 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM. After training, the team member will be expected to participate in some evening and on-call hours shifts. Weekends will generally be busy with guest arrivals and departures and are considered working days. We encourage all team members to take two days off per week where possible, knowing that guests can arrive at unpredictable times. Exact daily schedules may vary seasonally and between in-season and off-season.

To be eligible for employment, candidates for this safety sensitive position must pass a pre-employment drug test (5 panel, non THC) upon hire. A positive test result may lead to the withdrawal of the job offer.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Internet Publishing