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Assistant Director of Engineering
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- Being one of the few true ski-in, ski-out properties in Vail, the Vail Cascade Resort & Spa is nestled mountainside along Gore Creek and considered one of the finest ski resorts in the nation.
- Property amenities include 50,000 square feet of meeting area and the award winning Aria Club and Spa, the largest in Vail.
- Chap’s Grill & Chophouse is located within the resort and is one of Colorado’s best bets for savory steaks, game and seafood specials.
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- Working with us is a departure from the norm.
- We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and nurture an environment where our associates create better ways to do things.
- What you do, and the decisions you make, will have a direct impact on results.
- Your role will not be incidental; it will be integral to the success of our business.
- You're free to do what needs to be done.
- The person in this role will assist Director of Engineering in the day to day operations of the resort, coordinate work schedules for staff, assign work orders, projects, and preventive maintenance tasks; inventory, maintain, and order parts; follow up on assigned work, review daily work logs, work with the crew as required.
- On own and with the help of the entire hotel staff: gather, collect, and solicit work, tasks, repair items, and work orders; sort and prioritize the information; make sure the required parts and materials are available and if not, requisition and order them.
- Hands on position-will perform maintenance tasks, general maintenance, complete assigned work and help in the maintenance and repairs of all areas of the resort.
- Correct individual will contribute to the profitability of the hotel by controlling costs associated with department while providing first class services to our guests.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds on an infrequent basis and move several hundred pounds with proper equipment.
- Computer aptitude necessary.
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- The Vail Cascade Resort & Spa is a Rocky Mountain landmark.
- With over 20 years in Vail, the Resort is well positioned for growth.
- Our consistent customer base provides a stable environment, not often found in the industry.
- We are a proud partner of Destination Hotels and Resorts (DH&R), proven leaders in the development of world-class hotels and resorts.
- The DH&R portfolio is continually growing and includes some of the finest properties in the nation.
- DH&R is unique in the lodging industry in that the primary goal is to create value for guests, investors, and associates in each individual hotel and resort. DH&R does this by developing an innovative, customized business and service plan for each property and combining it with the sales, marketing, and operating resources of a company many times it’s size.
- Join our team and you can capitalize on the strengths of one of the country’s 5 largest independent hospitality management companies.
- Top performers will find abundant opportunities at The Vail Cascade Resort, and elsewhere within the organization.
- We strive to create a work place that values family, work life balance and community.
- We help develop our associates and provide support for them to grow their careers.
- Begin your career with the Vail Cascade Resort and unleash your potential.
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- OUR VALUES:
- Be 100% responsible and act with integrity in all situations.
- Keep all commitments and agreements.
- Promote trusting relationships through mutual cooperation and accountability.
- Encourage open and candid communication.
- Treat people with dignity and respect.
- Value and respect individual efforts to achieve a balanced life.
- Value diverse cultures, experiences and opinions.
- Support self development and a continuous learning environment.
- Be progressive in our thoughts and actions.
- Have fun and enjoy what you do.
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- We offer some of the best benefits in the valley including excellent wages, health/dental/life (401)k, ski-in/ski-out location, ski-pass program, complimentary employee meals, complimentary dry-cleaning for business attire, complimentary parking, and many more.
- If you share our principles and want to benefit from working with an industry leader, now is the time to apply.
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Job Requirements |
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- Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
- EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
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- ESSENTIAL:
- 1. Must have broad knowledge and experience in the building maintenance fields with a minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years in a similar position or equal experience and or training
- 2. Extensive and specific Mechanical or Cosmetic knowledge and experience
- 3. Knowledge and experience of maintenance, trouble shooting and repair procedures in all areas of facility and mechanical systems and other related systems normally found in hotels.
- 4. Available to work any shift, any day, including overtime or on a required or scheduled day off based on the needs of the hotel.
- DESIRABLE:
- 1. Must have ability to use time in an efficient effective manner to evaluate a situation, diagnose the problem, and develop a plan of action to repair or correct the situation using engineering staff or outside vendor in the most efficient, cost effective, timely, and professional manner.
- 2. Must have very strong organizational skills and be able to main
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Compensation |
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| Salary | Highly Competitive Salary |
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Benefits |
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| Paid Vacation | Yes | | Personal Leave | Yes |
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Matching 401k - immediately vested
- Company Hotel Travel Benefits
- Medical Flex Spending Accounts
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- Employee Referral Program up to $5,000
- Fantastic Work Environment
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal Leave
- An Equal Opportunity Employer
- We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.
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Job #115863 — Assistant Director of Engineering
Vail Cascade Resort & Spa |
1300 Westhaven Drive
Vail, CO 81657 |
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Property Description |
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High in the Rockies, there's a place where fun knows no season and indulgence no limit. Vail's premier AAA Four-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out resort is the ultimate backdrop for experiencing the many facets of this Rocky Mountain paradise. Vail Cascade Resort & Spa is perfectly located along Gore Creek at the foot of Vail Mountain with Chair 20 right outside the door. Newly redecorated rooms and suites offer courtyard or mountain views with all the amenities you've come to expect in a luxury hotel, including Vail Valley's newest world-class spa and athletic club, Aria Spa & Club. Vail Cascade Resort & Spa truly offers you the ultimate vacation experience.
Ski out the door and board the chairlift to Vail's famous skiing and snowboarding, or catch an exciting ride on a dogsled or a snowmobile. In warmer months, take advantage of world-class trout fishing and spectacular whitewater rafting. Take a backcountry jeep tour or go mountain biking or hiking. The choice is yours.
With all of the year-round outdoor activities Vail has to offer, the Vail Cascade Resort & Spa is the very definition of an exciting and elegant mountain destination—where our gracious staff, exquisite accommodations and the Colorado Mountains are entirely at your disposal.Our Vision:
Sharing passion, building relationships, and creating lasting memories...The Ultimate Vail Experience!Our Mission:
Vail Cascade Resort & Spa is Vail's premier full-service resort and conference destination, providing unsurpassed hospitality experiences for our discerning group and leisure travelers.Our Values
Have fun, enjoy what you do and celebrate our successes
Be 100% responsible and keep all commitments
Act with integrity and treat all people with dignity, empathy and respect
Encourage open and candid communication
Respect individual efforts to achieve a balanced life
Promote continuous learning, self-development and champion diversity
Associates are empowered in the relentless pursuit of outstanding guest service, quality and innovation
A commitment to profitability |
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Why People Like to Work for Us |
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WHO WE ARE:Destination Hotels & Resorts began in 1972 with the development and management of condominium resorts. Since then, we have grown to become the country's second largest independent hospitality management company with more than 7,500 employees, over 7,000 guest rooms, and more than $1.5 billion in assets under management. We are a subsidiary of Los Angeles-based Lowe Enterprises, a privately-held, national real estate organization active in commercial and hospitality property investment, management, and development.
Since its inception, Lowe has been responsible for more than $6 billion in prominent real estate assets nationwide. Destination Hotels & Resorts is unique in the lodging industry in that our primary mission is to create value for guests, investors, and associates in each of our hotels and resorts. We do this by developing an innovative, customized business and service plan for each property we manage and combining it with the sales, marketing, and operating resources of a company many times our size.
This lodging industry expertise, together with the real estate savvy of Lowe, has allowed us to bring a different perspective to the hotel management business.OUR CULTURE:Destination Hotels & Resorts fosters a creative, entrepreneurial and energetic work environment where people come to work and have fun. We value passionate people who love to be challenged and desire the freedom to contribute to the overall success of the organization. Your role will be integral to the success of our company. We strive to create a work place culture that values family, work life balance and community. We help develop our associates and provide support for them to grow their careers with Destination Hotels & Resorts.
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Awards |
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AAA Four-Diamond Award- Vail’s premier ski-in/ski-out resort
Ranked by Condé Nast Traveler magazine as one of the "top 500 places to stay in the world"- Ranked by Conde' Nast Traveler magazine as the "4th Best Ski Resort in North America"
- 5280 Magazine: Top Spa Experience in Vail: Aria Spa
- 5280 Magazine: Top Weekend Getaway, Reader’s Choice
- Wine Spectator: Award of Excellence
- Tennis Magazine: Top 50 Tennis Resorts
- Meeting & Conventions: Gold Key Award
- Corporate & Incentive Travel: Award of Excellence
- Insurance Meetings Management: World Class Award
- Successful Meetings: Pinnacle Award
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Property Statistics |
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| Year built | 1980 |
| Last year renovated | 2000 |
| Number of rooms | 292 |
| Number of employees | 600 |
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| | Our top markets | |  Corporate
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Leisure
| | Peak season | | December-April/June-September |
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Food & Beverage Outlets |
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| Restaurants | Fine Dining
Poolside
| Steakhouse
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| | Lounges | Entertainment
Lobby
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Amenities |
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| Hotel Amenities | - 2 Outdoor Pools
- In-room whirlpool/jacuzzi available
- Outdoor hot tubs
- Health Clubs
- Spas
- 6 Indoor Tennis/Racquetball Courts
- 3 Retail Outlets
- Business Center
- Concierge services
- In-room refrigerator
- Mini refrigerator
- Dual-line phones with data ports and voicemail
| - In-room movies
- Ample storage space
- Coffee maker with coffee and tea
- Luxury bath amenities
- Ceiling fans
- Iron and ironing board
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Nintendo
- Daily newspaper
- Most rooms have walk out balconies
| | Spa Amenities | - Massages
- Facials
- Body treatments
- Manicures and pedicures
- Mountain cures
- Soaking
- Waxing
- Schwinn spinning classes
- Aerobics, yoga, and pilates classes
- Cybex Equipment
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- Free weights
- Indoor running track
- Outdoor pool
- Thermal spa (seasonal)
- Locker rooms with hot tub, dry sauna, and steam room
- Vail Sports Medicine Physical Therapy Clinic
- Martial arts
- Personal fitness trainers
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