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Mountain Operations Manager

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Sandia Park, NM
Full Time

Description

Lead the Future of Sandia Peak as Mountain Manager

Located in the Sandia Mountains near Albuquerque, NM, Sandia Peak Ski Area is seeking a dedicated Mountain Manager to continue making history while growing New Mexico's first ski area. This is your chance to combine hands-on expertise with results-oriented leadership to shape the future of a resort that means so much to the region.

 

Why This Role?

  • Be Part of Something Bigger: Continue the revitalization of Sandia Peak Ski Area, ensuring it remains a thriving hub for skiing, snowboarding, and outdoor recreation.
  • Take the Lead: Oversee critical areas like lift maintenance, snowmaking, grooming, and ski patrol, bringing your vision and expertise to every aspect of mountain operations.
  • Leave Your Legacy: Collaborate with Mountain Capital Partners to execute growth projects, putting your stamp on the resort’s history for years to come.

 

About the Role


This position goes beyond day-to-day operations. As Mountain Manager, you’ll lead a talented team and drive innovation in mountain operations. From overseeing capital improvement projects to mentoring your crew, you’ll be central to ensuring Sandia Peak thrives as a safe, efficient, and welcoming resort.

 

About Sandia Peak Ski Area


Sandia Peak has long been a cornerstone of outdoor adventure in New Mexico, offering stunning views, 35 ski trails, and a strong community connection. As part of Mountain Capital Partners, you’ll work with a team dedicated to enhancing the guest experience while preserving the resort’s unique legacy. This isn’t just a job—it’s your chance to help write the next chapter of Sandia Peak’s story.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and leading the charge in revitalizing a historic ski area, apply now to join us as Mountain Manager at Sandia Peak!

 

Essential Duties/ Responsibilities:

  • Live MCP’s mission, vision, and culture of growing the sport of skiing and giving people the freedom to ski

  • Work with MCP Leaders to execute the long term vision for the growth and expansion of the resort

  • Management and execution of Capital Improvement Projects

  • Oversight and leadership of Mountain Operations departments: Lift Operations, Lift Maintenance, Grooming, Snowmaking, Ski Patrol and Vehicle Maintenance

  • Assemble a mountain operations team at Sandia Peak that can support the vision and strategic plan for the resort

  • Mentor and develop the team enabling them to take on more responsibility and move up to new roles.

  • Effectively supervise all areas of the team including coaching, counseling and disciplinary action as necessary.

  • Partner with senior resort leaders to set yearly goals for departments that align with overall resort goals, and develop KPIs to measure success in achieving those goals

  • Develop budgets and set operating plans that align with departmental and resort goals

  • Be knowledgeable in all areas of resort operations, and provide hands-on expertise.

  • Monitor employee and team performance ensuring that all company policies and procedures are followed, all company equipment is being operated in a safe and responsible manner.

  • Oversee the development of policies and procedures that reduce liability and create efficiencies

  • Ensures OSHA and ANSI-B77 standards are in compliance

Other Responsibilities:

  • Oversee timely and accurate reporting of all local, state and federal regulatory compliance requirements

  • Performing day-to-day administrative tasks as needed

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

Education or Formal Training: 

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, management, or a relevant experience

Experience:

Required:

  • Lift maintenance experience to at least the level an apprentice lift maintenance mechanic or electrician
  • Experience with snowmaking
  • Hands on management expertise in at least one areas of ski area mountain operations management such as lift operations, lift maintenance, trails/grooming, snowmaking, patrol, terrain park, vehicle maintenance

Preferred:

 

  • Lift maintenance experience to at least the level a Journeyman lift maintenance mechanic or electrician
  • Snowmaking experience to at least the level of a snowmaking Manager
  • Hands on management expertise in at least two areas of ski area mountain operations management such as lift operations, lift maintenance, trails/grooming, snowmaking, patrol, terrain park, vehicle maintenance
  • Experience managing large capital projects in a ski resort setting
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