Vehicle Maintenance Manager

The Vehicle Maintenance Manager directs and coordinates the upkeep and maintenance of the mountain equipment workshop, including snowcats, snowmobiles, and pickup trucks. Leads a team of 6 to 8 mechanics and helps develop and manage annual labor and expense budgets, as well as planning for capital cycle needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees maintenance programs for all mountain-based equipment, primarily snowcats and snowmobiles, as well as trucks, side-by-sides, and other heavy equipment.
• Reviews daily comments, feedback, and work report requests to prioritize and assign work for all shop mechanics.
• Plans and prepares for summer maintenance needs to ensure a reliable fleet for winter.
• Hires, trains, and monitors a progressive program to develop mechanics' skills and knowledge.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Performs performance reviews, implements recognition, corrective actions, and coaching for shop employees.
• Prepares and maintains department budgets, including operating costs, procurement of motor vehicles, replacement parts, materials, and outside contractual services.
• Participates in training authorized drivers regarding company policies and procedures.
• Attends and participates in Mountain Manager meetings.
• Willing and able to work on equipment as needed.
• Has Mazmat/Hazcomm experience and oversees waste oil programs.
• Schedules and completes daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of the fueling system to meet DEQ requirements.

Qualifications:

• College degree or work experience equivalent in a related field.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, DEQ, HAZMAT, SPCC, Lockout Tag Out, and related policies.
• Preferably ski industry experience with snowcats and snowmobiles.
• Proven leadership and management of small teams.
• Experience as a mechanic working on heavy equipment.
• Proficient with computer-based programs and systems.
• Current Driver's License.

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