Winter 24/25: Equipment Operator Level 3

Location: Frisco, Colorado

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: Equipment Operator Level 3

Job Status: Seasonal

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $24.50 to $27.40+, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

• Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available. 

Schedule: Swing

Job Summary:

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.

Essential Duties and 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

Guest Service Duties:

• 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

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.

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

Personal Attributes:

• Is honest and has the highest integrity

• Is able to handle and manage confidential information

• Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines

• Follows established policies and procedures

• Is supportive of Core Values