Vehicle Maintenance Lead — Winter Fleet & Safety

POWDR; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401K

Flexible paid time off

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Access to POWDR facilities

Discounts on apparel/equipment

Complimentary resort access

Fun, progression-focused culture

Job summary

Woodward Tahoe, Boreal and Soda Springs, seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Manager to lead a high-performing maintenance team. You will oversee the maintenance of all fleet vehicles, snowmobiles, heavy equipment, and related assets, ensuring safety and reliability while managing budgets and training staff.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, clear communication, and a passion for action sports, with experience in vehicle maintenance and work order systems.

Qualifications

• Valid and current Driver’s License.
• Experience in vehicle maintenance and the tools involved.
• Ability to react quickly in crisis situations and under extreme conditions.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience with work order tracking and maintaining digital records.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of fleet vehicles, snowmobiles, heavy equipment, snow cats, trucks, ATVs.
• Assist in snow removal and training for heavy equipment operators.
• Develop annual budget and operate within it.
• Lead staffing: select, coach, train, and evaluate staff.
• Provide input on termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Train staff in safety procedures and specialty maintenance certificates.
• Manage staff performance and cost efficiency; enforce safety rules.
• Discipline staff to maintain safe working conditions.
• Set daily and weekly schedules; communicate across departments.
• Utilize hand/power tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment.
• Forecast spending and manage expenditures.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical experience.
• Support company mission and values.
• Align with Woodward community culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Budgeting

Training

Tools

Hand tools

Cutting torches

Welding equipment

Job description

Woodward Tahoe, Boreal and Soda Springs, seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Manager to lead a high-performing maintenance team. You will oversee the maintenance of all fleet vehicles, snowmobiles, heavy equipment, and related assets, ensuring safety and reliability while managing budgets and training staff.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, clear communication, and a passion for action sports, with experience in vehicle maintenance and work order systems.