Essential Functions:

• Minimum of two years’ experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate all hand and power tools common to equipment repair and use all personal protective equipment necessary to safely do assigned work.
• Plow snow regularly during the winter months. Will include weekends, early mornings, late evenings, and holidays.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Able to work independently and be self-directed.
• Ability to responsibly purchase parts for repair of equipment and vehicles.
• Perform and record daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Maintain and service all equipment following manufactures recommendations.
• Experience with operation and routine maintenance of heavy and light equipment and vehicles, including but not limited to: backhoe/front end loader, dozer, motor grader, skid-steer loader, trencher, track hoe, dump truck, snow plowing equipment, tractors, fleet vehicles, mowers, and chainsaws.
• Able to spend long hours working on and operating equipment.
• A high level of attention to detail and ability to thoroughly complete each job task.
• Ability to work from blueprints and rough sketches and to produce sketches and plans for utility work, along with mapping of existing and new utilities.
• Promote a cooperative, positive and problem-solving atmosphere at all times.
• Communicate with coworkers and manager to ensure a quality product and timely completion of products.
• Assist in the Auto Shop as needed to maintain and repair the vehicle fleet and small power equipment.
• Assist the Buildings & Grounds Department as needed to ensure quality services for guests and staff.
• Plan and prioritize projects and work time for efficiency
• Work alongside, train, and supervise seasonal/volunteer B&G staff
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions in English.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• General knowledge of welding and ability to weld preferred.
• Must possess a valid, USA state issued driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and comply with YMCA driving rules to be approved to operate YMCA vehicles.
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• A high level of attention to detail and ability to thoroughly complete each job task.
• Willing and able to be on-call at least one night each week if living on-grounds.
• Have CDL or ability to obtain
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills, and teaching/training skills
• Proven experience with ground maintenance operations in a commercial resort setting.
• Experience with gardening, flowers, weed control, mowing, and sprinkler systems

General YMCA of the Rockies Requirements:

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Faith in all functions
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism is required
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills; friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Support the YMCA of the Rockies safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff.
• Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse community.
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• All other duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully:

• Ability to independently work from ladders and scaffolding, on roofs, in crawl spaces and attics.
• Ability to work while standing all day, with frequent bending and working with arms extended overhead.
• Occasional heavy lifting and ability to carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Compensation Package & Employee Perks:

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Generous PTO/Vacation
• Temporary 60-day housing on-site, if needed.
• Participation in YMCA Retirement Fund (an additional 12% contribution by YMCA after 2 years employment)
• Employer owned rental housing may be available nearby – Contact Human Resources for more information
• YMCA of the Rockies membership
• Discounted childcare, summer day camp, and summer overnight camp
• Discounted nights at YMCA of the Rockies lodges for friends & family
• Ski and golf passes to nearby resorts & courses
• Free or discounted gear rentals for outdoor adventures
• View all YMCA of the Rockies employee perks by visiting here