Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice

CWSAA; Lake Louise; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LSLR lift pass

Reciprocal deals with other resorts

Free employee transportation

Food & Beverage discounts

Retail store discounts

Staff rates at Skoki Lodge

Staff shuttle rates to Lake Louise &/M

Complimentary beverages at designated休

Employee recognition programs

Long Service Award programs

Educational growth opportunities

Subsidized staff housing (full-time)

Staff events and team building

RRSP matching contribution

Extended health care plan

Year-round family passes

Job summary

The Lake Louise Ski Resort, operated by CWSAA, invites applications for a Heavy-Duty Mechanic apprentice. You will diagnose equipment problems and perform maintenance on snow cats, loaders, and excavators, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

This full-time on-site role requires ability to work outdoors in all weather, and strong communication to coordinate with Mountain Operations and Mechanical Services. Competitive wages apply with shifts 7:00am-5:30pm and 4 on/3 off.

Qualifications

• Third or Fourth year HD Mechanic apprentice, actively enrolled in a training program.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Accurate verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid Driver's license (class 5) with clean driving record.
• Strong knowledge of truck and equipment safety.
• Police background check required upon commencement of employment.

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

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

HD Mechanic apprentice (3rd/4th year)

Tools

Diagnostics tools

Heavy-duty safety manuals

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:

• LLSR 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 & 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:

Between $30.72 - $38.71 per hour depending on experience