Power Saw Operator - Level 1

Sun Peaks Resort; Sun Peaks; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at a leading ski resort, where you can enjoy a memorable outdoor working experience. As a Power Saw Operator, you will play a vital role in maintaining the beautiful landscapes of this renowned mountain resort. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you will engage in essential tasks like brush cutting and equipment maintenance while enjoying perks like seasonal passes and discounts. This is an opportunity to grow within a community that values both its employees and the environment, ensuring a fulfilling career in a breathtaking setting.

Benefits

Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Dining discounts

Retail discounts

Friends and family rates

Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience with maintenance and safe power saw operation.
• Valid First Aid certification and BC driver's license required.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Brush cutting using power and pole saws in various terrains.
• Participate in morning safety meetings and set daily goals.
• Maintain team equipment and ensure safety standards.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance and safe power saw operation

Knowledge of the controlled recreation area

Valid BC provincial driver’s license

Ability to lift and carry 50lbs

Valid First aid certification

Forest Safety training

Teamwork and willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power saws

Brush cutters

Quads

SideXsides

Job description

Sun Peaks Resort LLP has proven to be one of the highest levels of guest service providers within the ski industry. We can offer you a memorable and gainful working experience within an outdoor working environment in the sub alpine and alpine mountains of Sun Peaks Resort. We are passionate about maintaining and protecting the Flora and Fauna within the outdoor recreational spaces and ensuring a high-quality experience for guests and encourage you to join us in creating memorable experiences in our 4-seasons resort.

Compensation Information: $22.10 per hour

Physical Requirement: Heavy / Outdoor

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.

The Perks And Benefits You’ll Get To Enjoy:

• Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position)
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets
• Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets
• Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
• Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels

Skills You Bring With You:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with maintenance and safe power saw operation.
• High level of knowledge of the controlled recreation area of Sun Peaks Resort and its surrounding area.
• Valid BC provincial driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry 50lbs.
• Valid First aid certification.
• Forest Safety training preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.

Primary Responsibilities:

As the Power Saw Operator, you will be working closely and supporting a small crew in several different locations and terrain in the controlled recreation area of Sun Peaks Resort.

• Brush cutting using power and pole saws.
• Working on steep slopes and uneven ground.
• Tree girdling.
• Engage and participate in morning safety meetings and review equipment needs, vehicle assignments, special instructions, PPE requirements, mountain information updates, weather, concerns and successes, etc., setting daily completion goals.
• Proper utilization of all safety equipment and PPE required in the performance of daily activities and aligned with Worksafe BC safety standards.
• Ensure that equipment inventories are maintained and tools are available when needed.
• Maintain and ensure all team equipment is in top working order (chainsaws, brush cutters, quads, SideXsides) and ensure that appropriate action is taken to repair tools as needed.

Why join us?

We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests.

Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values.

No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.