Materials and Dispatch Specialist

Materials And Dispatch Specialist

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 Status: Year Round Full Time

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $20.00 to $21.50+, 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:

Responsible for scheduling and dispatch of real-time maintenance activities including purchasing and warehousing of all parts/materials for the Lift and Electrical Maintenance Departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate with all Lift and Electrical Maintenance Staff in order to anticipate and satisfy parts and material needs.
• Facilitate procurement and inventory management of all parts and materials in a timely and orderly manner to provide technical staff with necessary equipment for multiple maintenance schedules and seasons.
• Responsible for coordinating with Central Warehouse staff to satisfy departmental shipping and receiving.
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping regarding all purchases, transactions, inventory control and materials warehousing.
• Maintain warehousing and shop location organization, cleanliness and security regarding all necessary parts, tools and materials to ensure accurate, safe and controlled allocation.
• Maintain professional relationships and contact with manufacturers, distributors, vendors, and sales associates to provide for best supplier opportunities.
• Provide dispatch communication and coordination of technician response to real-time maintenance needs for lifts during operating season(s).
• Responsible for ensuring successful initiation and documented response to down-time and operating season maintenance activities to fulfill departmental and regulatory requirements.

Administration Duties:

• Coordinate as needed with department management and Accounting to ensure accurate inventory control within budgetary guidelines.

Guest Service Duties:

• Minimal guest contact but standard expectation of exemplary guest service.

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.

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
• Sets the example for others and is above reproach
• Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.
• Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.
• Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment
• Is flexible with hours and days of work
• Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week
• Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life

Basic Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to fluently speak, read and write the English language.
• Eyesight must be, or corrected to, near 20/20.
• Hearing must be adequate for normal conversational activity. Use of corrective hearing device is permitted.
• Must be able to walk on unpaved, uneven and potentially weather affected surfaces.
• Must be able to climb and use ladders and step-stools as part of normal work activities.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid US driver's license.
• This position may require the use of a mountain radio/walkie-talkies for communication

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

• Minimum High School graduate, G.E.D. or equivalent.
• Three or more years' experience in the lift maintenance industry is highly desirable. Experience with other industrial maintenance, equipment and parts will also be considered.
• Must be familiar with and capable of PC operations including Microsoft Word and Excel. Other systems and database applications will be an integral tool in daily activities.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, professionally and succinctly via phone and radio in order to provide safe and efficient dispatch during high-pressure situations.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings is desirable.
• Must be highly organized with attention to detail and follow-up documentation.