Transportation Foreperson

POWDR • Copper Mountain, CO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in managing the day-to-day operations of the transportation department, including the administration and scheduling of all transportation needs within the scope of available equipment and manpower. The goal is to provide employees and guests with reliable, safe, and timely transportation while minimizing costs. This role involves supervising, administering, and scheduling in-village transportation, employee shuttles, and special guest pick-ups. The position also coordinates daily labor figures, tracks safe driving hours, compiles information for drivers, staffs shuttle stops for guest assistance and crowd control, and conducts driver performance evaluations. The Transportation Foreperson performs office tasks, evaluates inspection reports, assists in training personnel for CDL endorsements, and aids in accident investigations. Effective inter- and intradepartmental communication and on-the-job safety are crucial. The role also involves assisting in developing and communicating departmental goals, operating transportation vehicles, performing basic repairs, and ensuring vehicles are properly started and shut down. Driving a route as necessary and performing all driver duties are also part of the responsibilities. Participation in the DOT/FHWA/FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program is required. This position acts as an ambassador for Copper Mountain, modeling the company culture and striving to exceed guest expectations.

Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform duties in a winter alpine environment and be able to work outside for up to 11 hours.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must have current DOT medical card.
• Must be able to supply a clean MVR.
• Must have current CDL class BP2 license.
• Must have CDL Instructors Certificate or be able to secure one within a specified time if required.
• 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 21 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Organizational skills and computer knowledge are desired attributes.
• Work comfortably in cold weather and be willing to be outside for long periods of time.
• High School diploma or GED
• 2 years’ transportation experience
• 2 years’ supervisory/management experience

Responsibilities

• Supervises, administers, and schedules in-village transportation, employee shuttles, and special guest pick-ups to achieve a timely, cost-effective transportation system.
• Coordinates daily labor figures to help control day-to-day labor expenses.
• Tracks and records safe driving hours within the Transportation Vehicle Accident Free Program.
• Compiles information to be distributed to drivers on a daily basis, including snow reports, special events, and activities.
• Staffs shuttle stops to provide easy egress onto and off transportation system vehicles, offering guests up-to-the-minute information on operating status, facility locations, and crowd control for safety.
• Conducts periodic driver performance evaluations, including ride-along visits, to recognize and coach individual driver's potential problem areas and assist the Manager with formal performance appraisals and action plans.
• Performs all office tasks, including verbal and written communications, bookkeeping, and reports.
• Complies with and evaluates federally mandated Daily Driver Inspection Reports, checks for accuracy or problems, and catalogues damages for all transportation vehicles.
• Assists in the training of personnel in the transportation department and other outside departments for the Commercial Driver’s License with P-2 and air-brakes endorsements.
• Assists in training Transportation/Vehicle Maintenance Technicians, in-village drivers, charter drivers, and other employees of Copper Mountain regarding policy, procedure, and vehicle safety.
• Assists in interviewing, performance appraisals, coaching, and developing transportation personnel.
• Assists in accident investigation involving Copper Mountain Transportation vehicles to determine causes and make recommendations for a safer environment.
• Maintains effective inter- and intradepartmental communications and relations with all company departments.
• Maintains on-the-job safety for self, fellow employees, visiting associates, guests, and property owners.
• Assists in developing and communicating short and long-range department and individual goals and objectives and oversees their implementation.
• Assists in contributing to the general good care of the mountain, village, and corporate operations.
• Operates any transportation vehicle and/or equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assists in keeping equipment operational, including basic repairs and chaining vehicles when necessary.
• Assists in starting vehicles in the morning and ensuring vehicles are properly shut down in the evening.
• Drives a route on the system as necessary.
• Performs and remains proficient in all skills required of transportation systems drivers, including shuttle stop announcements, defensive driving skills, maintaining a good driving record, and knowledge of Copper Mountain's Village and services.
• Assists with/repairs/installs/removes all tire chains.
• Assists in other daily duties not specifically specified to ensure the department runs efficiently and effectively.
• Participates in the DOT/FHWA/FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with guests and employees.
• Upholds the most professional image.
• Continually strives to exceed guest expectations and create memories for guests and staff.

Benefits

• Company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options
• Season pass for employees/dependents
• Privileges at several other resorts
• Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.)
• Employee housing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED