FULL-TIME | YEAR-ROUND POSITIONS AVAILABLE
This is where we’re supposed to give you a quick introduction about working at Jay Peak. Except there’s nothing quick about what your experiences will be or what our expectations are. In summary, we will expect you to work hard, to help fellow teammates, to service the guest and to have fun. In return, we will pay you fairly, let you know (and more importantly make you feel) that you are valued, and, if you’re so inclined, work with you to help create a career. Still interested? Keep reading.
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The Master Plumber is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of sanitation units, water and heating systems, pumps and associated fixtures and appliances in residential and commercial structures. The Master Plumber will have the ability to work independently and solve problems as quickly and efficiently as possible, possess strong technical skills, be a master at troubleshooting, and enjoy working independently and with others.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)
• Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Cuts, welds, and assembles pipes, tubes, fittings, and fixtures.
• Inspects and tests plumbing systems for safety, functionality, and code compliance.
• Handles customer queries and responds to call outs.
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems.
• Prepares cost estimates.
• Supports and manages plumbing-related preventive maintenance programs, including valve exercising, system flushing, inspection of plumbing and hydronic systems, and routine verification of critical equipment and components.
• Maintains accurate plumbing system documentation, including valve tag charts, system notes, equipment records, and other reference materials needed to support safe operation, troubleshooting, emergency response, and long-term maintenance planning.• Maintains and organizes their own plumbing workshop area, including commonly used parts, tools, fittings, and supplies. Manages inventory accuracy and communicates material ordering needs to ensure plumbing work can be completed safely, efficiently, and with minimal delay.
• Utilizes the resort’s digital work order, ticketing, and inventory tracking systems by phone, tablet, or computer to receive assignments, document work performed, update task status, track materials, and support accurate maintenance records.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, which could be directly related, or unrelated to original position.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities; however, the Master Plumber may provide technical guidance, hands-on training, and mentorship to future apprentices or developing technicians as future department needs and opportunities arise.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
COMPUTER SKILLS
This position requires the ability to send and receive emails, conduct online research to assist with troubleshooting and product applications, use Word and Excel at a basic level, and learn other applications used in daily business operations. This includes utilizing the resort’s digital work order, ticketing, and inventory tracking systems by phone, tablet, or computer to receive assignments, document work performed, update task status, track materials, and support accurate maintenance records.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must have a valid Driver’s License and eligibility for enrollment on the resort’s Motor Vehicle Insurance policy. Must possess State of Vermont issued master or journeyman's plumber’s license.
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong understanding of construction and maintenance practices and safe work practices.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Must have strong interpersonal and management skills. Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Special vision requirements of this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid (non-weather) conditions, working near moving mechanical parts, working in high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, extreme (non-weather) heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme (non-weather) cold, risk of electrical shock, working with explosives and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate but can be loud or very loud.
RESORT CONDITIONS
This is a Winter Resort Area. It requires that work venues are varied, and in many cases include steep stairways, multilevel buildings and outdoor work areas, subject to very cold, sometimes wet or very sunny work sites. Some facilities are located at the base or bottom area, and some are semi-remote and can only be reached by traveling via chair lift(s), skis or snowboards. Walking surfaces are frequently frozen, sloped and slippery. Proper footwear is a must, indoors and out. Workdays and hours, as well as the number of hours required will vary, with an emphasis on weekends and holidays.
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IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL GET
- $35 - $42/hour, Based on Experience
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability Insurances
- 401k program eligibility with employer match after a year of employment with 1,000 hours of service
- Remote work and/or flexible schedules (depending on position)
- FREE or deeply discounted season passes for you and your dependents
- Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)
- Seasonal employee parties
- Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties
For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here
Jay Peak Resort is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Jay Peak Resort will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, or for a full listing of all physical demands/requirements, working conditions, environment, and all other ability qualifications for this role please contact the Human Resources office at 802-327-2183 or hr@jaypeakresort.com.