Vehicle Maintenance Manager

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

Resort Overview

Sugarbush Resort is a year-round destination offering some of the best skiing and riding in the east, an award-winning ski school, golf, disc golf, an array of dining venues, and a fully appointed Health and Recreation Center. Do you want to join an all-star team dedicated to delivering an unparalleled guest experience? Make this your best season yet by joining the team at Sugarbush and taking advantage of everything Vermont has to offer.

Year Round

Resort Overview

Sugarbush Resort is a year-round destination offering some of the best skiing and riding in the east, an award-winning ski school, golf, disc golf, an array of dining venues, and a fully appointed Health and Recreation Center. Do you want to join an all-star team dedicated to delivering an unparalleled guest experience? Make this your best season yet by joining the team at Sugarbush and taking advantage of everything Vermont has to offer.

BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free skiing + riding privileges at Sugarbush and across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for all eligible employees and their dependents.
• Free or discounted IKON pass.
• Discounted golf perks along with health & recreation center membership for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Vacation and sick time for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge.
• Generous discounts on food & beverage, apparel, and outdoor gear.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match.
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees.
• Employee housing (subject to availability).

Position Summary

Sugarbush Resort is seeking an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Manager to oversee the daily operations of the vehicle maintenance shop. This leadership role is responsible for planning and supervising shop operations, managing budgets and inventory, and hiring, training, and leading maintenance staff. This is a full-time year-round position that pays between $65,000-80,000 annually depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Create daily task priorities, solve various mechanical problems.
• Schedule people according to priorities and resources available.
• Maintain budget and inventories.
• Hire, train, supervise, and discipline employees.
• Prioritize and plan staff assignments.
• Provide training, advice, and/or hands on help with various maintenance tasks.
• Assure that needed parts are ordered or in stock.
• Communicate with other departments about their maintenance needs.
• Routine paperwork i.e., ordering of parts, requisitions, work logs, department budget etc.
• Create and manage long term schedule of maintenance of vehicles.
• Ensure that all vehicles are maintained in the most cost effective and timely manner.
• Daily supervision of staff to ensure tasks are completed correctly.
• Handle discipline and performance appraisals.
• Perform tasks of a vehicle mechanic.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old with relevant mechanical experience.
• High School Diploma required, Tech program a plus, and 2 years additional technical education.
• 5-8 years' experience working on ski area related equipment.
• 5 years' experience supervising employees. ASE certification required.
• Must have a positive attitude and reliable transportation.
• Vehicle Technical School education preferred.
• Hours can include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must have strong basic reading and writing skills and the ability to keep records.
• Must be able to use many types of safety equipment (eye protection, ear protection, hard hat, mask, etc.)
• Must be able to drive or learn to drive loaders, snowmobiles, trucks, buses, and grooming vehicles.

Sugarbush Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer

An offer of employment may be contingent upon the results of a background, MVR, or criminal records check