Vehicle Mechanic Level III - Advanced Experience - Year Round

Vehicle Mechanic Level III - Advanced Experience - Year Round

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About Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows

Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows is an internationally renowned mountain resort in North Lake Tahoe, California and proud host of the 1960 Olympic Winter Games. The resort spans 6,000 skiable acres across two mountains, with stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada. Skiers and riders of all ability levels are welcomed by over 65 percent beginner and intermediate terrain, while legendary steeps, towering cliffs and heart-pumping chutes continue to be ground zero for boundary breaking skiing and riding. The resort features slopeside lodging at The Village at Squaw Valley®, which bustles year-round with nonstop events and over 50 bars, restaurants and boutiques. With an annual average of 450 inches of snowfall and 300 sunny California days, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows is known as the Spring Skiing Capital^™ and provides one of the longest ski and snowboard seasons in Lake Tahoe. Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows is also part of the Alterra Mountain Company family. Alterra Mountain Company offers the the Ikon Pass, the new standard in season passes, which grants access to 41 iconic destinations across five continents. Visit the Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows website or call 1.800.403.0206 to learn more. You can also visit us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Vimeo.

A Great Job and Benefits to Match:

• Free skiing + riding privileges to 14 iconic resorts including Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) policy for eligible employees.
• Health benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term & long-term disability insurance, HSAs/FSAs and more
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Squaw and Alpine

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Applicants must be 18 years of age.

Essential Job Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks include the following; other duties may be assigned:

1. Inspect, diagnose & repair vehicles and equipment for safe and dependable operation.
2. Perform preventative maintenance, lubrication and adjustments according to manufacturer’s guidelines on snow removal machines, heavy equipment, snowmobiles, and other company vehicles.
3. Repair, remove and/or replace necessary parts to keep vehicles in operation. This is done both in shop and out on hill.
4. Perform major overhauls on all types of gasoline and diesel engines, gear boxes, differentials, and transmissions.
5. Perform metal repairs/fabrication using all types of welding and cutting tools.
6. Communicate with department heads and employees regarding equipment problems and repairs
7. Complete work orders on all vehicles.
8. Maintain equipment, parts and supplies inventory and conserves resources by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipate equipment, parts and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
9. Mend damaged body parts.
10. Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area, follows OSHA safety procedures and guidelines.
11. Assist with vehicle and equipment operator orientation and training.
12. Follow and adhere to all Hazmat compliance and Spill Prevention Control & Counter measurement Plan (SPCC).

Competencies and Job Requirements:

1. Able to perform under pressure in adverse conditions and willingness to tackle any odd job that comes up
2. Must have own tools
3. Effective communication skills, oral & written
4. Strong sense of customer service & safety awareness
5. Able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
6. Have a neat & clean appearance in compliance with the company grooming standards
7. Punctual, able to report at scheduled start time
8. Work well as part of a team.
9. Able to safely operate all types of equipment.
10. Able to identify and repair all types of mechanical & electrical issues especially when safety is involved.
11. Able to conduct his or her self in a professional manor at all times.
12. Must be able to assist other employees in diagnosis and repairs.
13. Train/teach employees
14. Assists in all other shop duties as assigned. Responsible for all duties assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear and smell. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects tools or controls. Must be capable of frequent wrist, elbow and should twisting and pulling movements. Must be capable of walking or standing 70% or more of a normal 8-hour work shift. Must be capable of occasionally lifting and pushing or pulling 100 lbs or more, and frequently lifting, pushing or pulling, and carrying up to 40lbs. Must be capable of climbing movements, walking on uneven terrain, and walking on snow and ice, and operating vehicles and snow equipment. Must be able to bend, kneel, reach, and crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in precarious places.

Hazardous Materials/Noise: Employee will often be in contact with hazardous substances. They will be occasionally exposed to extreme hot/cold and wet conditions, noise, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electric shock. The noise level in the work place is usually loud.

Equipment Used in Job: Various

Experience

Required

• Ability to read both electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Extensive hydraulic system experience.
• Extensive air system and air brake knowledge.
• Welding and fabrication background
• Knowledge of all typical shop equipment.
• Valid drivers license.
• Able to diagnose and repair major mechanical systems on modern vehicles.
• Able to diagnose and repair electrical and computer systems problems on modern vehicles.
• Strong experience with diagnostic tools and computers.
• Mechanical experience in Automotive, Truck, Bus, Heavy Equipment, or Fleet diagnostics and repair.
• 7 year(s): Minimum of 7 years mechanical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education

Required

• High School or better