Winter 26/27: Equipment Operator Level 3

POWDR•Copper Mountain, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes.

Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
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.
This position may require the use of a mountain radio/walkie-talkies for communication

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate single axel trucks in a safe 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 communications 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

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
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
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.