Auto Mechanic

**$2K SIGN-ON BONUS**

FULL-TIME | YEAR ROUND

This is where we’re supposed to give you a quick introduction about working at Jay Peak. Except there’s nothing quick about what your experiences will be or what our expectations are. In summary, we will expect you to work hard, to help fellow teammates, to service the guest and to have fun. In return, we will pay you fairly, let you know (and more importantly make you feel) that you are valued, and, if you’re so inclined, work with you to help create a career. Still interested? Keep reading.

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SUMMARY

Skilled position that performs scheduled preventative maintenance and necessary repairs to automobiles, trucks (light and heavy), vans, heavy equipment, groomers, snow mobiles, 4 wheelers and UTVs. Disassembles and overhauls motors, transmissions, clutches, front and rear ends, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and other assemblies. Works with a high degree of independence. This position requires you to have your own tools. In winter this position may have snow plowing responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles. Maintain vehicle records as required.
• Examines vehicle and discusses with Lead Mechanic or Manager the nature and extent of damage or malfunction. Locates causes of trouble, dismantles vehicle components, and examines parts for defects.
• Plans work procedure.
• Raises vehicle with hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units on the underside of vehicle.
• Removes unit such as engine, transmission, or differential.
• Disassembles unit and inspects parts for wear. Replaces or repairs parts.
• Overhauls or replaces carburetors, blowers, starters, and pumps.
• Rewires lights, starts and tests repaired vehicles and analyses for performance.
• Raises and adjusts brakes or make repairs as needed to brake and suspension systems
• Mends minor damaged body and fenders.
• Replaces and adjusts headlights, and installs and repairs accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors and windshield wipers.
• Ability to drive a truck with a snow plow.
• May require after-hours work for emergency repairs and/or occasional work on weekends.
• Adheres to all safety protocols as directed by supervisor and/or risk management staff.
• Other duties as assigned, which could be directly related, or un-related to original position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There is no supervisory responsibilities with this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Technical college or university program certificate; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and write common business levels of correspondence, service memos, reports, and manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to management and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Understanding of imperial and metric units of measurement.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or digital form.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Ability to understand and utilize scanning tool for electrical diagnostics.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have valid Vermont Driver’s License and be able to meet requirements of Jay Peak Resort’s automobile insurance policies.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to effectively communicate with other team members, including those in other departments. Must be able to diagnose issues in a variety of vehicles and engines. Working knowledge of manufacturing standards (knowing current standards, staying up to date with latest technology or having experience working with electronics).

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Must have mechanical knowledge of gas and diesel repair and have experience with hydraulic and air brake systems. Must have knowledge of internal combustible engines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 100 pounds or more.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including on-mountain trouble-shooting and repairs if needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

RESORT CONDITIONS
This is a Winter Resort Area. It requires that work venues are varied, and in many cases include steep stairways, multi-level buildings and outdoor work areas, subject to very cold, sometimes wet or very sunny work sites. Some facilities are located at the base or bottom of the ski area and some are semi-remote and can only be reached by traveling via chair lift(s), skis or snowboards, or snow machine. Walking surfaces are frequently frozen, sloped and slippery. Proper footwear is a must, indoors and out. Work days and hours, as well as the number of hours required will vary, with an emphasis on weekends and holidays.
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WHY WORK AT JAY PEAK?
We’re a team of good-natured folks at the heart and soul of a growing resort community. Our co-workers are our friends, so we happily go the extra mile for each other and our guests. We’re rewarded fairly for our collective efforts and encouraged to pursue individual goals. We’re a family, one that gets to choose its members. We strive for an authentic, community driven Resort that derives its vitality from the on-mountain experience, respect for its history & what has come before it, and its employees whose energy and spirit are its foundation. It’s not for everyone but we’re not looking for everyone-we’re looking for you.

IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL GET

• $2,000 Sign On Bonus
  • Receive a $1,000 bonus after the first 30 days
  • Additional $1,000 bonus with favorable attendance after 90 days.
  • Valid until January 31st, 2025
• Wages ranging from $25 - $35/hr, depending on experience
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability Insurances
• 401k program eligibility with employer match after a year of employment with 1,000 hours of service
• Remote work and/or flexible schedules (depending on position)
• FREE or deeply discounted season passes for you and your dependents
• Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)
• Seasonal employee parties
• Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties
• For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here

Jay Peak Resort is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Jay Peak Resort will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, or for a full listing of all physical demands/requirements, working conditions, environment, and all other ability qualifications for this role please contact the Human Resources office at 802-327-2183 or hr@jaypeakresort.com.

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