Company Description

With roots dating back to 1946 and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk—creating premium, sustainable, and transformative experiences in recreation, culture, and nature. In addition, the company runs the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts and more than 410 trails. Aspen One is the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality and ASPENX and leverages its influence across all of its business units to advance climate action, community engagement and racial justice. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.

Job Description

Summary  

The ideal candidate is responsible for all maintenance and construction tasks for ASC facilities. Maintain facilities in a manner that extends life of equipment and all ASC assets along with conserving energy as a top priority. Be willing and able to help with any company wide task as needed and directed by ASC management.

The budgeted pay rate for this position is $22 per hour. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience.

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until May 21st, 2024.

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to do carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, HVAC, snow removal, cleaning and all other routine facility maintenance and construction task
• Proficient with all hand, power and pneumatic tools and the ability to use them safely, and must maintain all tools in a clean and orderly condition while maintaining a clear, uncluttered work area
• Operate and maintain an Aspen Skiing Company truck
• Report all safety hazards and suspicious persons or activities to management. Adhere to all safety standards set by the department and company along with local, city and state laws
• Review and inspect all life safety systems to ensure proper testing and operation
• Report to shift on time and complete work order assignments in a timely manner
• Is able to carry out preventative maintenance programs
• Has basic knowledge of electrical switches and relays, and understand power requirements
• Implement and maintain energy conservation measures on a routine basis.
• Must be able to set or change a faucet, re-plumb a sink, service waterless fixtures, sweat and solder a pipe, perform other building related plumbing issues, and participate in sewer repairs
• Works safely around trenching and shoring operations
• Familiar and trained for lock-out/tag-out and confined spac
• Know and support ASC’s Guiding Principles. Actively work to minimize environmental impacts while making every effort to ensure co-workers are provided opportunities to engage in their community
• Comply with all policies and procedures for the department, and Aspen Skiing Company
• Be familiar with fire and safety procedures. Assist in the event of an emergency and/or security event as directed by management 
• Complete tasks and projects delegated by your manager and assist other departments as business volumes and staff levels demand
• Will assist with other Facility Management and ASC functions as needed
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of facility equipment and tools
• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of who will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to diffuse anger, collect accurate information, and offer assistance with guest problems
• Respond to all guests and internal customers for assistance, directions, and company information and must ensure that your Manager is aware of guest comments and concerns 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in Facility Management, construction or similar field preferred
• High school diploma
• Ability to operate a computer proficiently (Microsoft Office programs).
• Able to write and speak English
• Must have valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to ski or snowboard at an advanced level
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize
• Must have knowledge of OSHA standards and application for working with chemicals and practicing OSHA safety-standards on all applicable jobs. 

Additional Information

Supervision Given and Received

Supervision Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Supervision Received: Works under general supervision of the Facilities Manager. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins.

Work Environment and Physical Demands  

Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand or be on your feet, kneel and bend for extended periods of time

Regularly work in adverse conditions and required to use protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials as well as an office environment and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces 

Must be able to regularly lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

Job Benefits

This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs

• Flexible Spending Account Programs

• Life Insurance Programs

• Paid Time Off Programs

• Paid Leave Programs

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes

• Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen Skiing Company, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPENX, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about our policies as it relates to employee safety here