Why join us?

Known as one of the most stunning alpine settings in the Canadian Rockies, and ranked the #1 day hike in Canada by Lonely Planet, Sunshine Meadows offers visitors unparalleled views. As spring turns into summer the meadows are in full bloom and painted with colourful wildflowers, setting off jaw-dropping views of surrounding peaks, including Mt. Assiniboine, “the Matterhorn of the Canadian Rockies".

What’s in it for you?

• A ridiculously cool life experience
• A plethora of lively staff events all season long
• A chance to enjoy the alpine vistas

What can you expect?

Lift Mechanic Helpers are in a visible role and provide an outstanding experience for guests via the safe, efficient, dependable operation and maintenance of the lift systems. Helpers are focused on safety, efficiency, and being approachable and courteous while assisting Lift Mechanics in their inspection and repair duties. Lift Mechanic Helpers report to the Lift Maintenance Supervisor or designate, and under the guidance of other senior personnel in Maintenance. They liaise frequently with Lift Operations, Mountain Operations and Maintenance departments.

This job might be right for you if you think you would really enjoy:

• Assisting in all maintenance duties while always maintaining and contributing to a safe and efficient work site e.g., operating lifts, lift inspections, disassembly, assembly, and cleaning of equipment and worksites, loading and unloading or passengers.

Administrative and Reporting Responsibilities:

• Completing documentation e.g., daily checks, assigned logs, daily reports, maintenance logs, inventory counts, worksite inspections.
• Communicating unusual operating conditions e.g., mechanical, operational, environmental.
• Adhering to company initiatives and policies, relevant legislation, and manufacturer guidelines e.g., OHS, Z98 code, Employee Handbook.
• Timely and accurate reporting of all incidents and deficiencies to appropriate departments/personnel.

Other duties may be requested and assigned from time to time.

And you are:

• Mechanically inclined.
• Outgoing, positive, mature, and friendly attitude.
• Prepared to work flexible schedules e.g., weekends, holidays, nights, extended hours.
• Prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions e.g., appropriate footwear, layers, gloves.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Calm under pressure and patient.
• Communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally.
• Work in a confidential capacity.
• Maintain professional conduct when in uniform, on or off-duty.
• Effectively provide support and assistance to coworkers in all departments as required.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings and training.
• Must be neat, alert, punctual and dependable.
• Valid Alberta vehicle operator’s license.
• Effectively and timely team transport with company vehicles as required.

Additional Considerations:

• Employees must always be of sound mind, exhibit good judgment, and report to work fit for duty.
• Requires standing for long periods of time, constant trunk rotation, frequent lifting, pushing/pulling of equipment, parts, and tools (up to 45 kg). Routinely climb inclined stairs up to 5m or occasionally climb ladders up to 20m, work at heights, hike and move around in an alpine environment.
• This role maintains/operates machinery, off road/highway vehicles, and works around moving equipment.
• This role maintains and operates hand/powers equipment e.g., tools, equipment, rigging
• Candidates may be required to provide their own transportation to the resort base.
• Candidates are required to provide and maintain CSA approved safety footwear.
• Required uniform pieces (liner, jacket, pants, toque) are provided. Employees must be prepared and wear appropriate footwear, gloves, layers, etc. for the conditions.
• This role has some exposure to industrial chemicals e.g., solvents, oils, grease.

This role is subject to all terms and conditions of the Sunshine Village Employee Handbook, Policy Manual, and the Alberta Employment Standards Code.

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Sunshine Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity within our workplace.