Vice President of Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities - Year Round - Full Time

About this role

Year Round Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ®  is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities. 

BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? • Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees* • Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees* • Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge • Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc. • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees. • Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.

• 401(k) plan with generous company match • Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education • Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees* • Free regional bus pass 

*Click  HERE for more information on our employee benefits! 

For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at  https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood .

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

POSITION SUMMARY This position will hold a critical leadership role overseeing all aspects of engineering operations, maintenance, utilities, planning, and facility management. Your primary objective will be to ensure the seamless operation, safety, and upkeep of our resort's, owned, and managed facilities, including lodges, base area and general equipment, and other essential infrastructure, along with oversight of planning and all self-performed construction activities. The position will develop best practices for protecting and maintaining/increasing our assets’ values and extending asset life.

An attached pdf or word document of your resume and cover letter is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES General Responsibilities • Engineering Strategy and Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive engineering strategies, plans, and policies aligned with the resort's objectives. Provide visionary leadership to the engineering team, ensuring adherence to industry best practices, safety standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and day-to-day operation of all resort facilities, including lodges, parking areas, and other critical infrastructure. Establish preventive maintenance programs, implement effective asset management practices, and prioritize work orders for optimal efficiency.   

• Identify, prioritize, and manage capital projects and lifecycle management. Lead the long-range capital planning process related to infrastructure and facilities, integrating asset lifecycle management principles to guide investment, renewal schedules, and project prioritization in alignment with resort wide strategy.

• Ensure strict compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, building codes, and safety standards. Develop and enforce robust procedures to safeguard the well-being of guests, employees, and contractors. Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.  

• Develop and manage the department's annual budget, including capital expenditures, maintenance expenses, utilities, and staffing costs. Own strategic financial planning and forecasting for engineering and facility functions, aligning departmental budgets with enterprise-wide capital planning, ROI driven maintenance strategies, and long-term operational sustainability. Monitor expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and optimize resource allocation while maintaining quality and safety standards.  

• Provide executive leadership across diverse technical functions, including engineering, trades, utilities, building systems, and environmental operations, ensuring talent development, cross functional alignment, and high-performance execution across the resort.

• Develop and implement strategic facilities partnerships to support long-term maintenance goals and capital investment. Oversee relationships with external vendors, suppliers, and contractors. Negotiate contracts, monitor service quality, and ensure timely delivery of contracted services.

• Drive initiatives to enhance environmental sustainability within the resort's engineering, maintenance, and facilities operations. Identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption, waste generation, and carbon footprint through innovative technologies and practices.  

• Develop and implement emergency response plans to manage unforeseen incidents and adverse weather conditions. Collaborate with the resort Emergency Management Team and relevant stakeholders to ensure effective communication and quick resolution of any emergencies or disruptions.  

• Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and industry advancements relevant to engineering, maintenance, and facility management. Identify opportunities to leverage technology and innovation to enhance operational efficiency and guest experiences.  

• Other duties as assigned

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