1st - 3rd Year HET Apprentices

Sunshine Village Corporation; Banff; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Village Corporation is seeking HET Apprentices to support the maintenance and operation of our fleet of snowcats, snowmobiles, and light to heavy equipment at Banff. You will focus on safety, efficiency and customer service while assisting senior Mechanics with inspections and repairs, and working toward trade licensing.

You will report to the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor and collaborate with maintenance staff outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• HET apprenticeship or equivalent required.
• CVIP certification is an asset.
• Valid Alberta driver’s license (Class 4 or 2) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance duties including operating, inspecting, disassembling and reassembling equipment.
• Help maintain a safe, efficient work site and comply with policies.
• Document daily checks, logs and maintenance records; report issues promptly.
• Support meetings and training as required.

Skills

Safety mindset

English communication

Team player

Education

HET apprenticeship or equivalent

CVIP certification (asset)

Job description

Description

HET Apprentices are in a visible role and provide an outstanding experience for guests via the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of the powered equipment fleet e.g., snowcats, snowmobiles, light passenger and commercial vehicles, off-road vehicles, heavy equipment, generators, buses. Apprentices are focused on safety, efficiency, and being approachable and courteous while assisting senior Mechanics with inspections and repair duties, while working towards completing trade licensing. Apprentices report to the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor or designate, and work under the guidance of other senior personnel in Maintenance. They liaise frequently with external contractors, and most operations departments.

Job Functions

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

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.
• Communicating and adhering to company initiatives and policies, relevant legislation, and manufacturer guidelines e.g., OHS, relevant codes, 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.

Experience/Requirements

• HET apprenticeship or equivalent. A CVIP certification is an asset.
• Valid and clear Alberta vehicle operator’s license. Class 4 or 2 and endorsements an asset.
• Own basic set of tools appropriate for the position.
• Positive, mature, and friendly attitude.
• Calm under pressure and patient.
• Communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally.
• Work in a confidential capacity.
• 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.
• Maintain professional conduct when in uniform, on or off-duty, including online.
• Effectively provide support and assistance to coworkers.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings and training.
• Must be neat, alert, punctual and dependable.
• Effective 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, hike and move around in an alpine environment.
• This role maintains/operates machinery, vehicles, and works around moving equipment.
• This role maintains and operates hand/powered tools/equipment e.g., wrenches, testing equipment, hoists
• 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/hat, collared shirt, polo) are provided.
• This role has potential exposure to industrial chemicals e.g., solvents, oils, grease, fuels.

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