Heavy Maintenance Manager

Description

Powder is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 12,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. We are striving to be the premier place of being and doing, a destination that fuses outdoor recreation with a cultural and hospitality program that connects visitors with a deeper sense of self and purpose. Our core values come to life in a unique and natural setting of unparalleled beauty.

We’re looking for Big-Hearted Champions Who Pick Up the Trash. If you’re a passionate, caring team player who strives for excellence—and always tries to do the right thing, even when no one is watching—you’ll fit right in at Powder.

We Are

Big Hearted - Passion, Caring & Warm, Joyful, Generous

Champions - Team - Not Family, Intolerant of Mediocrity, Tenacious, Seeks Feedback

Who Pick Up the Trash - Does What is Best for Powder and Our Guests, Resourceful, Selfless

Our Commitment To Equality

Together we are one team, not an "us vs. them" mentality. We are focused on being a progressive employer with pay equity, inclusion, while building diverse teams.

Appearance Guidelines

Well-groomed facial hair, tasteful visible tattoos, and minimal facial piercings are acceptable.

Perks Of Joining Our Big-Hearted Champions

• Health, Vision, Dental Benefits
• 401K Plan and company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company provided Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Seasonal Ski & Summer Passes for self, self & dependents Buddy Vouchers
• Life Style Spending Account
• Education Assistance
• UTA Ski Bus Pass and Employee Shuttle Service
• Powder Mountain Retail/Rental Discount and On-Mountain F&B Discounts
• Powder Mountain Snowsports School Discounted Lessons
• Access to Expertvoice.com, Outdoorly.com, Outdoor Prolink and partner discounts.
• Powder Mountain on-snow uniform for specific roles.
• Free On-site Gourmet Employee Lunches
• Flexible and Hybrid Workplace Environment
• New Modern Office with Indoor/Outdoor Meeting Spaces
  
  

Position Summary

The Heavy Maintenance Manager will oversee a team of licensed tradespeople at Powder Mountain, including electricians, plumbers, and other skilled professionals. The ideal candidate is a licensed electrician with leadership experience and a passion for developing apprentices within the organization.

Requirements

• Manage and mentor a team of licensed tradespeople and apprentices.
• Oversee electric maintenance and support other trades as needed.
• Ensure proper supervision of apprentices working on electrical systems for resort buildings, ski lifts, and future construction projects.
• Develop internal training programs to support apprentice development.
• Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance schedule.
• Assign and track maintenance work orders related to the department.
• Perform electrical maintenance on resort infrastructure, ski lift systems, and neighboring housing developments.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems, including low-voltage controls and 120V–480V systems (single and three-phase).
• Operate heavy machinery when necessary.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate mid- to large-sized maintenance projects with internal and external teams.
• Collaborate with other resort departments to minimize operational disruptions.
• Develop and enforce safety programs for trades personnel.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and industry safety standards.
• Manage tracking of billable hours and materials to maintain a positive department cash flow.
• Coordinate procurement of necessary equipment and materials.
• Must have a current valid drivers license with no major violations.
• Required to work on-site
• Available for weekend, holiday, and on-call work as required.
• Must comply with company policies regarding drug and alcohol use, including random drug testing/alcohol screening and drug testing/alcohol screening based on reasonable suspicion while working.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed Journeyman Electrician in the State of Utah (or comparable trade license). With the ability to obtain their Master license within 6 months to a year.
• Minimum 5 years working with low-voltage control systems and medium voltage (480V or higher).
• Experience working on medium voltage systems preferred
• OSHA 10 for construction or general industry required. (OSHA 30 preferred)
• Able to be insured through the company in order to be eligible to drive company vehicles.
• Available for weekend, holiday, and on-call work as required.
• Strong troubleshooting and maintenance abilities for electrical and mechanical equipment. With a focus on low voltage, 120V/240V single phase, and 277V/480V 3 phase.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment as required.
• Experience working with electrical systems in resort environments (preferred).
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and twisting.
• Comfortable working on uneven and slippery terrain.
• Manual dexterity for operating hand and power tools.
  
  

Working Environment

Work is performed inside and outside. Candidate will be exposed to extreme temperatures (hot &cold), sun, wind exposure, inclement weather (rain, snow, ice), high altitudes (9,000 ft ), moving machines/equipment, dust, wet, humid, loud noises, fumes from chemical conditions, and frequent altitude changes.