Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice

The Lake Louise Ski Area Ltd; Lake Louise; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Extended health care

Staff housing (optional)

Educational growth opportunities

Staff events & team building

Free employee transportation

Discounts on food/beverage

Job summary

The Lake Louise Ski Area Ltd is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic apprentice to diagnose equipment problems and perform maintenance on a range of heavy-duty vehicles and snow equipment at Lake Louise. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment, while contributing to safety practices and efficient operations.

Ideal candidates are in the 3rd or 4th year of their HD Mechanic apprenticeship, can work in all weather, and hold a valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean record.

Qualifications

• HD Mechanic apprentice in 3rd or 4th year actively enrolled in a training program
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Accurate verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced skiing/snowboarding skills are an asset
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with clean abstract and 3-year claims letter

Responsibilities

• Regular and unscheduled inspections and maintenance of wheeled vehicles, snow equipment, and engines
• Proficient troubleshooting and safety awareness
• Report unsafe conditions or incidents to supervisor promptly
• Improve operations and efficiency in collaboration with teams
• Diagnose defects in heavy-duty equipment
• Maintain high safety standards and assist in maintenance projects

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Education

HD Mechanic apprentice (3rd/4th year)

Tools

Heavy equipment knowledge

Job description

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:

• Reciprocal deals with other resorts
• Free employee transportation from the resort to Lake Louise Village
• Food and Beverage discounts at designated cafeterias and restaurants
• 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 & unscheduled 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 or reporting
• 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:

• Third or Fourth year HD Mechanic apprentice, actively enrolled in a training program
• Must have the ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Must possess accurate verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced skiing/snowboarding skills are an asset
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Able to work supervised & unsupervised
• Able to prioritize tasks for efficiency
• Valid Driver’s license (class 5), a clean driving abstract and a clean 3-year claims experience letter provided from your insurance policy is required.
• Strong knowledge of truck and equipment safety
• 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: B etween $30.72 - $38.71 per hour depending on experience