Transportation Foreperson
Powdr · Copper Mountain CO · $34/hr (stated in the posting)
Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.
Job Title: Transportation Foreperson
Job Status: Year Round 11 Months
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $34.00+, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
Benefits: This position is eligible to enroll in company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options; season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.
Job Summary:
Assists in managing the day to day operations of the transportation dept. to include the administration and scheduling of all transportation needs within the scope of available equipment and manpower in order to provide employees and guests with reliable, safe, and timely transportation commensurate with minimized costs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervises, administers, and schedules the in-village transportation, employee shuttles, and special guest pick-ups in order to achieve a timely, cost effective transportation system, which meets and exceeds guest and employee expectations.
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, i.e. snow reports, special events and activities information in order to provide our guests with current and correct information.
Staffs shuttle stops to provide easy egress onto and off our transportation system vehicle. This also includes providing guests with up to the minute information on current operating status, locations of Copper Mountain facilities and crowd control for guest safety.
Conducts periodic driver performance evaluations including ride along visits in order to recognize and coach individual driver's potential problem areas and assist the Manager with formal performance appraisals and action plans if needed.
Perform all office tasks, including verbal and written communications, bookkeeping, reports, etc.
Complies with and evaluates the federally mandated Daily Driver Inspection Reports, checks for accuracy or problems noted 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 the Transportation/Vehicle Maintenance Technicians, in-village drivers, charter drivers and other employees of Copper Mountain with regards to 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 of accidents and makes recommendations (short or long term) to establish a safer environment for our employees and guests commensurate with minimized cost.
Maintains effective inter- and intradepartmental communications and relations with all company departments to insure harmonious and effective operations.
Maintains on-the-job safety for self, fellow employees, visiting associate, guests and property owners.
Assists in developing and communicating to staff short and long range department and individual goals and objectives and oversees the implementation of such strategies.
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 system as necessary.
Performs and remains proficient in all skills required of the transportation systems drivers, i.e. shuttle stop announcements, defensive driving skills, good driving record, knowledge of Copper Mountain's Village and services offered.
Assists/repairs/installs/removes all tire chains.
Assist in other daily duties not specifically specified above to ensure the department runs efficiently and effectively.
Must participate in the DOT/FHWA/FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Other Duties as Assigned:
This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Must be able to lead and advise 40 drivers.
Personal Attributes:
Organizational skills and computer knowledge are desired attributes.
Work comfortably in cold weather and be willing to be outside for long periods of time.
Basic Requirements:
Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Must be able to perform duties in winter alpine environment and be able to work outside for up to 11 hours.
Must pass pre-employment drug test, have current DOT medical card and 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
This position may require the use of a mountain radio/walkie-talkies for communication
Preferred Experience and Special Skills:
High School diploma or GED
2 years’ transportation experience
2 years’ supervisory/management experience
Position was originally posted on Wednesday, 9/9. This position will be posted and accepting applications until Wednesday, September 23rd.
POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment.
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