Ski Lift Mechanic, Lead, Heights Ski Club

Skiontario

Barrie

On-site

CAD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits after 3个月
3 weeks paid vacation to start

Job summary

Skiontario in Barrie, Ontario, is seeking a hands-on maintenance professional to manage ski lift maintenance and operations. The role reports to General Manager and involves working with the Operations team to ensure safe, reliable lift operations throughout the season.

This 40-hour-per-week position requires flexibility during December–April, including holidays and weekends, with a year-round salary in the $70,000–$80,000 range and medical/dental benefits after three months.

Qualifications

  • SML-B or SLM-A certification required.
  • Comfortable working at heights.
  • High School diploma or vocational training preferred.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks.
  • Valid Ontario driver’s license with a clean abstract.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain relationships with Club staff.
  • Ensure all lifts are maintained to CSA Z98 Standards, and manufacturer recommendations.
  • Work closely with Hill Operations.
  • Support the opening and closing inspections of lifts and daily operations when required.
  • Assist in emergency situations including lift evacuations.
  • Report, communicate and rectify any unsafe situations.
  • Complete daily circle check logs when operating Club equipment, e.g. snowmobiles, utility vehicles, etc.
  • Responsible for the safe operations of snowmobiles, trucks.
  • Work closely with and assist other departments such as Grooming, Ski Patrol and Lift Operations as required.
  • Always be aware of the safety of members, guests, and other employees.
  • Assist and work closely with other team members with annual budgeting, maintenance projects where/when required.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as determined by the General Manager.

Skills

Verbal and written communication
Problem-solving
Team player
Flexible/adaptable
Work at heights

Education

High School diploma or vocational training
SML-B or SLM-A certification

Tools

Microsoft Office
Excel
Word

Job description

This role will be a salaried position with a salary range of $70,000 – $80,000 which will ensure consistent pay all year round.

The Heights Like our staff to have a work/life balance year-round and offer great benefit after three months of service which consist of medical and dental, 3 weeks of paid vacation to start.

THE ROLE

Reporting directly to General Manager, this role will be hands-on and will be responsible for all aspects of ski lift maintenance and operations.

As a key member of the Operations team, you will work cohesively with the team and will assist other areas as needed. You will also be highly motivated, team player who is a self-starter and is solution oriented.

This role is 40 hours per week with flexibility to accommodate the needs of the business. During the ski season (December to mid-April), the schedule will be flexible based on the Club’s Operating Calendar. This will include working holidays and weekends. In the summer season the schedule will primarily be 40 hours per week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Build and maintain relationships with Club staff.
  • Ensure all lifts are maintained to CSA Z98 Standards, and manufacturer recommendations.
  • Work closely with Hill Operations.
  • Support the opening and closing inspections of lifts and daily operations when required.
  • Assist in emergency situations including lift evacuations.
  • Report, communicate and rectify any unsafe situations.
  • Responsible for completing daily circle check logs when operating Club equipment, e.g. snowmobiles, utility vehicles, etc.
  • Responsible for the safe operations of snowmobiles, trucks
  • Work closely with and assist other departments such as Grooming, Ski Patrol and Lift Operations as required.
  • Always be aware of the safety of members, guests, and other employees.
  • Assist and work closely with other team members with annual budgeting, maintenance projects where/when required.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as determined by the General Manager,
Qualifications:
  • SML-B or SLM-A is required
  • High School diploma or vocational training would be an asset
  • Comfortable working at heights
  • Must be able to work in all types of weather e.g., cold, ice, snow, heat, rain, wind
  • Valid Ontario Driver’s License with a clean abstract is required
  • Ability to operate snowmobiles in a safe and responsible manner
  • Ability to operate heavy equipment would be an asset
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be physically fit and be able to perform in physically demanding activities
  • Flexible, adaptable and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities
  • Possess excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Possess professional maturity and impeccable integrity
  • Must be able to work alone without direct supervision when necessary
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word

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