Avon, CO, US
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With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Benefits
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
Job Summary:
The Experienced Equipment Operator will operate a variety of equipment, trucks and tractors for the purpose of mountain and utility repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities.
Job Specifications:
• Starting wage: $28.00 - $29.54
• Shift & schedule availability: Four fixed - 10 hour days with the possibility of overtime
• Skill level: Class A CDL - Skilled Operator
Job Responsibilities:
• Operate all equipment owned by the Metro District for street and utility repair, maintenance, snow removal and construction of facilities.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on all equipment used e.g. checking fluids, functional components, cleaning, tire changing, plow maintenance, broom/brush replacement, etc.
• Fabricate and weld in a skilled capacity.
• Act as project planner and shift lead over employees to identify a variety of unscheduled, unplanned projects to include suggested solutions planning and execution in the absence of Lead or Team Lead.
• Pick up and deliver a variety of materials such as topsoil, road use, asphalt, water, and other building materials.
• Perform landscape maintenance activities such as watering, stake removal/installation, pruning, and irrigation maintenance.
• Perform un-skilled and semi-skilled and skilled labor in support of normal work activities such as using shovels, rakes, jackhammers, power tools, mowers, weed whips, etc.
• Replace light bulbs in street lamps, paint lamps, street signs, and perform routine traffic control to facilitate safe traffic flow.
• Responsible for accurately recording work time sheets to ensure proper allocation and recording of all equipment, material, and personnel time costs.
• Attend Company training classes as required for the position.
• Perform other duties as required and may be assigned.
Job Qualifications:
• Valid Class A CDL license and clean driving record
• Minimum of 5 years of heavy equipment experience
• High school diploma or equivalent - required
• Able to read, write, speak, understand, and comprehend English fluently - required
• Able to lift and carry 50 lbs - required
• Able to work in outdoors in an alpine environment
The expected pay range is $22.00 - $36.50. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
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 505603
Reference Date: 10/17/2024
Job Code Function: Equipment
Nearest Major Market: Denver
