Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyperson

Job summary

The successful candidate will diagnose equipment problems and perform maintenance and repairs on company vehicles and heavy-duty equipment such as snow cats and excavators. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate records of inspections and ensuring all work meets high safety standards.

Job details

Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views! The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a sightseeing gondola in the summer months. Whether you want to work indoors or outdoors, no day will ever be the same. As an employee you can expect a great working environment, employee benefits, competitive wages and the experience of a lifetime. At present some of our Employee Perks include: * LLSR Summer lift pass * Reciprocal deals with other resorts * Free employee transportation from the resort to Lake Louise Village * Food and Beverage discounts at designated cafeterias and restaurants * Retail store discounts * Staff rates at Skoki Backcountry Lodge * Staff rates on shuttles to Lake Louise & Moraine Lake * Complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate at designated cafeterias when you provide your own reusable mug * Employee recognition programs * Long Service Award programs * Opportunity for educational growth and development * Optional subsidized staff housing for full-time employees * Awesome Staff events, activities, and team building events throughout the season * RRSP matching contribution depending on length of service * Extended health care plan depending on length of service * Year-round employees may be eligible for spousal and family passes Job Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing equipment problems and completing maintenance and repairs on all company vehicles and heavy-duty equipment including snow cats, loaders and excavators. Job Responsibilities: * Regular inspections and maintenance of all wheeled vehicles, over snow equipment, and stationary engines * Must be knowledgeable and show a proficient ability to troubleshoot * Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction * Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with colleagues and other departments * Diagnose defects in heavy duty equipment * Participate in maintaining a high standard of safety * Assist in all vehicle and equipment maintenance projects and work with contractors as required * Operate all fleet vehicles in order to evaluate the results of previously performed maintenance * Complete work orders and projects as assigned * Accurate record keeping of regular inspections, maintenance, and projects * Work closely with Mountain Operations, Mechanical Services, Parts / Purchasing, and in cooperation with all other resort departments Job Requirements/Qualifications: * Valid Red Seal Journeyperson’s Heavy Duty Mechanic or Heavy-Duty Technician Certification * Minimum 1-2 years previous experience is required * Previous snow cat experience is an asset * Intermediate to advanced skiing/snowboarding skills are an asset * Must have the ability to work outside in all weather conditions * Must possess accurate verbal and written communication skills * Must be able to lift 50 lbs * Safety oriented * Able to work supervised & unsupervised * Valid Driver’s license (class 5) * Strong knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures * First aid certificate an asset * A police background check, from your home country or province, will be required upon commencement of employment Work Schedule: 7:00am - 5:30pm 4 On/3 Off Wage: $42.70 per hour

What you’ll do

The successful candidate will diagnose equipment problems and perform maintenance and repairs on company vehicles and heavy-duty equipment such as snow cats and excavators. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate records of inspections and ensuring all work meets high safety standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Red Seal Journeyperson’s Heavy Duty Mechanic or Technician Certification and have at least 1-2 years of relevant experience. Additionally, applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs, possess a valid Class 5 driver's license, and be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Benefits

• Summer lift pass • Reciprocal resort deals • Free employee transportation • Food and beverage discounts • Retail store discounts • Staff rates at Skoki Backcountry Lodge • Staff rates on shuttles • Complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate • Employee recognition programs • Long service award programs • Educational growth and development • Subsidized staff housing • Staff events and team building • RRSP matching contribution • Extended health care plan • Spousal and family passes

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Heavy duty equipment maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Equipment diagnostics
• Snow cat maintenance
• Loader maintenance
• Excavator maintenance
• Vehicle inspection
• Safety compliance
• Record keeping
• Communication skills
• Mechanical repair
• Heavy duty technician certification
• Equipment Maintenance
• Record Keeping
• Lifting Ability
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Operations
• Purchasing
• Team Building
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Workplace Safety

Job areas

• Trades
• Transportation
• Hospitality
• Manufacturing
• Heavy Duty Mechanic
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
• Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines