Location: Nederland, Colorado

Eldora is the backyard winter mountain playground for Greater Denver, Boulder County, and Colorado's northern Front Range. Eldora is located just outside of the charming mountain town of Nederland, Colorado, about 20 miles west of Boulder and less than 50 miles from downtown Denver.

Eldora strives to deliver Colorado’s Front Range the most memorable outdoor adventures to locals and out-of-town visitors.   Eldora Mountain Resort employs up to 700 employees at peak season and has 680 acres of lift-accessible terrain for skiing and snowboarding, including a Woodward Mountain Park experience, and a world class Nordic Center.

Compensation: ​Proposed hiring rate of $22, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience. 

Benefits: ​This is a seasonal position eligible for 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/Overview: Eldora Resort is seeking vibrant and enthusiastic Team Leaders to oversee our Grounds and Facilities Utility Workers. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of daily tasks while fostering a fun, energetic, and environmentally conscious work environment. As a Team Leader, you’ll be the driving force behind maintaining our high standards of cleanliness, safety, and environmental stewardship. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support a team of Grounds and Facilities Utility Workers. Assign tasks, provide guidance, and ensure team members are motivated and aligned with Eldora’s values and operational goals. 

Daily Operations Management: Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of common areas including tables, floors, restrooms, and outdoor spaces to ensure they meet our high cleanliness and safety standards. 

Environmental Stewardship: Manage the recycling, compost, and trash collection processes, promoting Eldora’s commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability. 

Safety and Efficiency: Ensure outdoor walkways, entrances, and decks are safe and clear of snow and ice. Utilize snow blowers or shovels as needed while adhering to safety protocols. 

Training and Development: Train new team members on proper procedures, safety standards, and Eldora’s operational practices. Foster a positive and productive work environment. 

Reporting and Feedback: Regularly report on team performance, operational challenges, and any issues to upper management. Provide feedback and suggest improvements for operational efficiency. 

Job Requirements: 

Experience: Prior experience in a leadership role within a similar environment is preferred. Experience in hospitality, resort operations, or facilities management is a plus. 

Physical Stamina: Ability to be on your feet for extended periods, climb stairs and ladders, and move about all areas of the resort efficiently. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. 

Weather Adaptability: Comfortable working in various weather conditions, including extreme cold and snowy environments. 

Availability: Must be able to work weekends and holidays as required by resort operations. 

Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and motivate a team in a dynamic work environment. 

Safety Focus: Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment for yourself and your team. 

Age and Licensing: 18 years of age or older. A valid driver’s license is recommended but not required. 

Corporate Responsibility: Passionate about supporting Eldora’s “Play Forever” initiative, promoting environmental protection, and community engagement. 

Perks: 

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and exciting resort environment. 

Gain valuable experience in resort operations and team leadership. 

Engage in environmental sustainability efforts and community support. 

Join us at Eldora Resort where your leadership will help create an exceptional experience for both guests and team members. Apply now to lead a dedicated team in making our resort the best it can be! 

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-Eldora, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.  

Functions as an ambassador of Eldora Mountain, modeling and sharing the Eldora “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. 

This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes. 

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. 

Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after position is accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

Must have a valid US Driver’s License 

This position may require the use of a motor vehicle and the employee is subject to comply with the Driver’s Standards of Eldora Mountain  

High School degree or equivalent 

Bending, reaching, climbing 

Pushing/Pulling 

Prolonged standing 

Confined sitting 

Eye/hand coordination 

Visual concentration on equipment 

Concentrated reading and writing 

Rapid reaction to physical changes (operating equipment) 

Peripheral, color, and depth vision 

Extended periods of outdoor exposure  

Extreme cold 

Extreme heat and sun exposure 

Variation in temperature from hot to cold 

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

Prior experience in a leadership role within a similar environment is preferred. Experience in hospitality, resort operations, or facilities management is a plus. 

POWDR-Eldora Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, Colorado. 20 miles west of Boulder, CO. We are situated in the heart of Colorado's front range playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. All employees must align with the Play Forever program which implements our core values through support and execution Powdr’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment and support our community in Eldora’s everyday operations. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.