Operations Manager | Denver, CO

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Native Campervans is an entrepreneurial, growing company focusing on what we believe is the best sector in the outdoor industry: Campervans! With offices in Denver, CO, Salt Lake City, UT, Las Vegas, NV, and Phoenix, AZ we are conveniently located around some of the most beautiful parks, landscapes, and stretches of highway in the world.

Our fleet of custom-built Campervans are some of the best on the road. Built specifically with our customers in mind, we spared no detail or expense to ensure our renters have an unforgettable experience traversing through the Western United States & Canada at their leisure. Each van comes stocked with insanely comfortable beds, bedding, cookware, and camping supplies so one can hit the road immediately. 

Our team is dedicated to providing each customer an extraordinary experience. You’ll thrive at this company if you are highly energetic, intuitive, passionate about customer experience, and have a love for Campervans and the outdoors. 

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Job Description

The Manager of our Denver, CO office is an integral member of the Native Campervans team and responsible for leading all day-to-day operations at our flagship location.

In this role, you will fully own the operational performance of the Denver market, including fleet readiness, labor management, maintenance coordination, and team leadership. You will be supported by our remote Customer Experience Team, but you are accountable for the physical product experience and operational execution on-site.

The job becomes highly execution-focused during peak season (May through October), and it is not uncommon to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays.

This is a hands-on operations leadership role within a growing outdoor travel company.

Responsibilities

Operations Leadership & Accountability

  • Responsible for the overall performance of the Denver fleet, shop, and Operations Team.
    Own and enforce operational KPIs, including:

    • Vans dropped off by 3 PM must be completed by 11 AM the following day (unless a documented Red-Light Issue is present).
    • Inspection accuracy maintained within company audit standards.
  • Build and manage weekly labor schedules to align with forecasted volume.
  • Control labor costs and overtime while maintaining quality standards.
  • Lead daily operational planning and hold team members accountable to performance expectations.
  • Identify and implement process improvement initiatives.

Campervan Prep/Customer Service

  • Ensure all campervans are ready for customer pickup — fully stocked, safety-checked, cleaned, and prior renter comments addressed.
  • Oversee detailed cleaning of interior and exterior of campervans post-rental.
  • Ensure compliance with company quality expectations and inspection standards.
  • Coordinate closely with the Customer Experience Team to ensure seamless handoffs.

Fleet Management & Van Repair Oversight

  • Ensure vehicles are transported to and from local maintenance partners and vendors.
    Diagnose and resolve light-to-moderate van issues between trips when appropriate.
  • Be the location expert on all things Campervan Repair-related, and handle as needed.
  • Mechanical aptitude required, including comfort with:
    • Fluid top-offs
    • Tire pressure checks
    • Propane systems
    • Water systems troubleshooting
    • Interior campervan repairs
    • Basic electrical troubleshooting
  • Escalate major mechanical or Red-Light Maintenance Issues appropriately.

Facility Management

Ensure the shop and lot are clean, organized, and safe at all times.
Oversee:

  • Laundry
  • Dishwashing
  • General organization
  • Inventory discipline
  • Exterior upkeep

Work with landlords and municipality representatives as needed for inspections and compliance.

Team Leadership

Directly manage:

  • Seasonal Operations Lead
  • Seasonal Detailer

Train seasonal staff and develop team capabilities.
Maintain strong communication with District Operations leadership.
Hold team members accountable for attendance, quality, and execution standards.

Requirements

  • Positive, engaging attitude 
  • Must be able to work weekends, extended stretches & holidays 
  • Self-starter. Demonstrates ability to work independently in stressful situations
  • High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills to manage a fleet, labor schedule, and coordinate with internal teams.
  • Comfortable using power tools and performing repairs on vehicles.
  • Resilient under pressure with strong problem-solving ability.

Mechanical Aptitude Needed:

  • Vehicle Fluid Top-Off
  • Tire Pressure
  • Propane Check
  • Comfortability using basic power and hand tools

Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  • 3–5 years’ experience in Operations, Fleet Management, Facilities Management, or similar hands-on leadership role.
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
  • Experience managing schedules, labor costs, or small teams required.
  • Light mechanical aptitude required.
  • Clean driving record.
  • Ability to lift 100 lbs.
  • Interest in travel, outdoor recreation, or mobile hospitality industries preferred.

Details

  • On-site position (remote work not available).
  • Year-round, full-time salaried role.
  • Compensation: $55,000 per year + performance-based bonus tied to operational KPIs.
  • Occasional travel may be required to support other offices or move campervans.
  • On-call after-hours rotation required.

Perks

  • Competitive Pay + Performance Bonus
  • Managerial Leadership Opportunity
  • Ability to utilize Campervans for personal use (when available)
  • Exciting and collaborative team culture
  • Unlimited PTO Policy

Anticipated Start Date

Target Start Date = Early to Mid April

If interested, please email us your resume: [email protected]. Also, please include a cover letter with answers to the following questions:

  1. A van is dropped off at 2:45 PM on a busy Friday. Your team is short one person due to illness. Walk us through how you would prioritize the next 24 hours to ensure KPIs are met.
  2. Describe a time you diagnosed and resolved a mechanical or technical issue without immediately escalating it. What was your thought process?
  3. Describe a time you were fully accountable for operational performance. What metrics mattered, and what did you improve?
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