Painter

Sonora Resort; Area C (Discovery Islands/Mainland Inlets); On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Free meals & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Wellness resources

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sonora Resort in British Columbia is seeking a professional Painter to refinish interior and exterior surfaces, including cedar and fir, as well as outdoor equipment. This is a full-time, on-site role with shift work rotations at a luxurious Relais & Châteaux property.

Join a remote wilderness resort that offers staff housing, meals, health benefits and access to outdoor activities. Fluency in English is required; prior live-in resort experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two years of painting and refinishing experience.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• High School Diploma required; further education/assets are a plus.
• Physically demanding work including lifting, bending and standing.
• Fluent in English; second language asset.
• First Aid & AED certificates are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for refinishing or painting, including sanding and patching.
• Refinish/paint surfaces such as natural wood, drywall, metal and outdoor equipment.
• Support the maintenance team on various resort projects.
• Work independently or with a team on refinishing jobs.
• Organize, use, and maintain tools for each project.
• Maintain safe work practices and communicate with colleagues.

Skills

Painting

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Benefits:

• Gratuities
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Wellness resources
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

We’re hiring a Painter to join our world class team at Sonora Resort, a luxury all-inclusive Relais & Chateaux Resort, in the wilderness of British Columbia. Nestled in the Discovery Islands, Sonora Resort is a remote location accessed by water taxi from the town of Campbell River on Vancouver Island. This is a Full Time/year-round position that works on site at the Resort in shift work rotations. Seeking a start date as soon as possible.

Our team shares a deep appreciation for the unspoiled wilderness of British Columbia. Our opulent location is an undeniable draw for those seeking an exciting career with a side of adventure. We are completely submerged in the great outdoors with easy access to hiking trails, Florence Lake, and opportunities to get on the water to explore the Inside Passage.

Sonora Resort is committed to creating an engaging and supportive work environment, with a focus on developing and promoting talent from within. We offer competitive compensation packages, exciting employee incentives and the opportunity to develop under the prestigious Relais & Châteaux banner.

Resort Life

• All staff are provided with complimentary single bedroom accommodations. Complimentary wifi, cable TV and internet calling provided in each staff room.
• Complimentary meals, snacks and beverages provided from our Staff Kitchen
• Shift work is required year round; comprised of 10 working days and 4 non-working working days, subject to change during peak season; employees are expected to be flexible in their scheduling to meet the needs of the business.
• Water taxi transportation is provided to and from Campbell River for scheduled work shifts
• Staff are required to leave the resort on their scheduled non-working days and are responsible for securing further transportation and accommodation thereafter.
• Team Amenities on site include a staff lounge, fitness facility, hot tub, outdoor staff lounge area, access to trout ponds, hiking trails and Florence lake where a canoe and stand-up paddleboards are available for staff use.
• Enjoy other great work perks such as:
  • 25% off at Sonora’s Gift Shop and Island Currents Spa (Services & products)
  • Special room rate for Employees & immediate family members visiting Sonora Resort
  • Staff social events and opportunities to experience adventure tours & activities
  • An Employee & Family Assistance Program offering counseling and mental health supports.
• We offer competitive wages, paid hourly, with opportunities for overtime, plus gratuities.
• Full Time Employees are provided a Comprehensive Extended Health & Dental Benefits Package

Position Summary

The Painter position is responsible for completing interior and exterior refinishing of all types of surfaces including but not limited to cedar, fir, other natural woods, drywall surfaces and various pieces of outdoor equipment.

Job Duties

• Preparing surfaces to refinish or paint; dismantling structures, sanding, patching, etc.
• Refinishing and painting a variety of surfaces such as natural wood, painted wood, drywall, metal, marine vessel hulls, outdoor equipment and more.
• Supporting the maintenance team with other projects at the resort.
• Able to work independently or in a team setting on new or refinishing projects.
• Able to identify products needed and maintain proper inventory to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Able to organize, use and maintain tools for each individual job or project.
• Ensure effective working relationships and clear communication is maintained with all colleagues and departments.
• Ensure that all equipment, fixtures, and furniture of the department are kept in the best repair possible and are used in a safe and proper manner in coordination with the Maintenance Manager.
• Drive small electric vehicles around the resort.
• Follow all health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Two (2) years of experience on various painting and refinishing projects.
• Thorough understanding of the maintenance operations; experience in a live-in resort environment is preferred.
• High School Diploma required. Any additional education or experience would be an asset.
• Candidate must be capable of physically demanding tasks including handling heavy loads, walking, crouching, bending, kneeling, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be fluent in English, second language an asset.
• First Aid & AED certificates are an asset.

About Sonora Resort

Sonora Resort, a Relais & Chateâux property, is located on Sonora Island in the Discovery Islands of British Columbia. It is accessible by boat or air, and 50 minutes by helicopter from Vancouver. Known as one of Canada’s hidden gems, Sonora has a unique place in the world because of its secluded location, abundance of natural beauty and wildlife, with luxury accommodations and gourmet cuisine. Sonora is part of the Relais & Chateâux association of the world’s finest hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs that has set the standard for excellence in hospitality. Whether you have an adventurous heart or a desire to live in a remarkable wild place such as this, you will find all kinds of career options at Sonora Resort. We encourage you to visit our website at www.sonoraresort.com