Manager of Vehicle Maintenance

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As of Nov. 15, 2021, Vail Resorts will be requiring all employees across North America to be vaccinated for COVID-19.

Job Summary:
Responsible for the day to day operation of the vehicle maintenance department to include all staff and maintenance facilities over three areas of operation. Responsible for general facilities oversight and managing facilities maintenance staff. Enforce all company policies, procedures and safety guidelines. Provide training and guidance to staff with regards to diagnosis and repair of fleet while adhering to DOT requirements. Responsible for the purchasing, maintenance and disposal of all surplus vehicles and equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for 2 Fleet Maintenance departments to include, but not limited to, all staff, all vehicle maintenance/repair and all maintenance equipment in local area shop(s).
• Comply with all EME and VR company policies, procedures and safety guidelines within the direct areas of responsibility.
• Maintain primary responsibility for the processes related to data entry and integrity into the Dossier asset management system.
• Ensures an efficient and cohesive process of vehicle and equipment repairs, and quality assurance/control procedures are in place and functioning properly.
• Manage and supervise staff of fleet mechanics including, but not limited to:
  • Hiring and retention of mechanic staff with skills and qualifications appropriate for the level of work to be performed.
  • Scheduling of staff to ensure appropriate coverage in coordination with operations departments.
  • Provide, develop and review training requirements for mechanics to keep pace with the maintenance requirements of new vehicles, shop tools, and equipment. Establish expectations related to qualifications and certifications.
  • Identify, communicate, and measure performance against appropriate measurement of productivity and effectiveness of mechanic staff.
• Responsible for all diagnostic and repair work of all local fleet vehicles to meet state and federal compliance.
• Formulates and manages maintenance and capital budgets to include, but not limited to replacement and/or upgrading of shop equipment and labor for local facility.
• Manages all vehicle damage and coordinates repairs as needed. Assists Health and Safety Manager and insurance representatives to finalize claims.
• Communicates with customers (both internal and external), drivers, vendors and management in a professional and timely manner.
• Contribute to the allocation of base vehicle fleet between all operations centers in collaboration with operations resource manager, other area maintenance manager(s) and Director of Fleet Operations.
• Includes management of fleet rotation between locations and service priorities to ensure adequate management of mileage accumulations targets
• Responsible for all VR record keeping requirements as it pertains to Vehicle Maintenance in accordance with EME, VR, DOT, COPUC and all other relevant regulatory agencies.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, Technical Degree, or equivalent
• Must have vehicle/equipment background
• Ability to supervise skilled/unskilled workers and evaluate their effectiveness
• Must have Valid DL, ASE Certification is strongly preferred, Electronic Fleet Management Software experience preferred
• Must have intermediate computer skills
• English fluency
• Must be able to obtain DOT Physical. OSHA and EPA Regulations experienced preferred.
• Must have exceptional knowledge and understanding of overall vehicle maintenance related skills. Performs other duties as assigned.

The budgeted range starts at $60,000 - $73,450 annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

The perks include a free ski pass, and a set of benefits including...

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan
• Hourly employees are generally eligible for accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), Extra Time Off (ETO) and Sick Time. Salaried employees are generally eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible mothers and fathers
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. As a community of adventurers and discoverers, Vail Resorts delivers an experience of a lifetime to our guests and our employees. Our team is made whole by the brave, passionate individuals who ambitiously push boundaries and challenge the status quo. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 426076