Vehicle Maintenance Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Ski pass

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Employee housing

Job summary

Sugarbush Resort is seeking an experienced Vehicle Maintenance Manager to oversee the daily operations of the vehicle maintenance shop at our Vermont resort. This leadership role plans, budgets, inventories, and leads maintenance staff year-round.

Responsibilities include scheduling, training, parts management, cross-department communication, and ensuring cost-effective, timely upkeep of all vehicles. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older with relevant mechanical experience.
• High School Diploma required; tech program a plus.
• 5–8 years’ experience on ski area equipment.
• 5 years supervising employees; ASE certification required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Create daily task priorities and solve mechanical issues.
• Schedule staff according to priorities and resources.
• Maintain budgets and inventories for maintenance shop.
• Hire, train, supervise, and discipline employees.
• Plan long-term maintenance schedules for vehicles.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective vehicle upkeep and parts stock.
• Communicate maintenance needs to other departments.
• Keep work logs and department budgets up to date.

Skills

Budget management

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Scheduling

Vehicle systems

Safety compliance

ASE certification

Education

High school diploma, technical education preferred

Tools

Vehicle maintenance tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

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