Location: Frisco, Colorado
Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.
Job Title: Equipment Operator Level 3
Job Status: Seasonal
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $24.50 to $27.40+, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.
Schedule: Swing
Job Summary:
The Equipment Operator Level 3 is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, compactors, skid steers, snow blowers and other pieces of equipment. The Equipment Operator Level 3 must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by policies and procedures. The Equipment Operator Level 3 must deal with residents and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. This includes receiving complaints about schedules and levels and quality of service. The Equipment Operator Level 3 must make note of and report on any such complaints and respond in a courteous and respectful manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life
Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant policies and procedures
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
Advise the Base Operations Supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
Participate in routine maintenance
Practice workplace safety
Maintain roads and transportation systems in order to ensure safe roadways within the resort
Ensure access to houses, water supply and waste sites
Maintain easements
Perform pre-winter, winter, spring and summer maintenance on roads
Use equipment for snow removal
Use equipment to level roads and ensure proper drainage
Guest Service Duties:
Be honest and trustworthy
Be respectful
Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
Be flexible
Demonstrate sound work ethics
Deal with the public in a positive, courteous, and respectful manner
Other Duties as Assigned:
This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.
Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees. Upholds the most professional image. Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.
This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes.
Personal Attributes:
Is honest and has the highest integrity
Is able to handle and manage confidential information
Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines
Follows established policies and procedures
Is supportive of Core Values
Sets the example for others and is above reproach
Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.
Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.
Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment
Is flexible with hours and days of work
Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week
Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life
Basic Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
Equipment Operator Level 3 – Minimum 5+ years’ experience with extensive knowledge in operating front end loaders, skid steers, dump trucks and other equipment.
Must have a Class A or B CDL License.
This position may require the use of a motor vehicle and the employee is subject to comply with the Driver’s Standards of Copper Mountain
Must be at least 18 years old.
Preferred Experience and Special Skills:
Ability to operate single axel trucks in a sage and responsible manner
Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
Client service and public interaction skills
Team building
Analytical and problem solving skills
Decision making skills
Effective verbal and listening communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English
Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records
Stress management skills
Time Management skills
POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.
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