Heavy Duty Mechanic (Pincher Creek, AB)
Who We Are:
Nestled in the southwestern corner of Alberta, in the rugged and legendary Canadian Rockies, Castle is as authentic as it gets. Hard-working, hospitable, and here for the powder is what we’re all about. With less than 200 employees we’re a small, passionate team of winter enthusiasts. Here, we’re all family and you will quickly find you are right at home. If this sounds like you, then we want you to join us.
Our resort is not owned or operated by a large ski conglomerate; rather by a bunch of local skiers and riders who are passionate about steep terrain and great snow. Operational decisions are made here (head office = the basement of the day lodge) and our long-term direction is plotted by a group of passionate, volunteer board of directors who represent more than 200, predominately local shareholders.
More Info including staff perks can be found at: https://www.skicastle.ca/employment/
About The Position
Castle Mountain Resort is seeking an additional Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our Maintenance team. Working with the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor, the role involves maintaining and repairing the vehicles and equipment that Castle Mountain uses in it’s day to day operation, to produce the best winter experience for its customers.
What We Offer You
Core Competencies
Job Duties
Requirements
Work Conditions
Successful candidates will be contacted.
Where We Are:
Castle Mountain Resort is located at the end of Highway 774, near Pincher Creek, AB. This is a remote work location with no mobile coverage or public transit. There is a communal living Staff Accommodation building on-site for new and returning non-supervisory, seasonal employees. More information on our location and our resort can be found at skicastle.ca
Nestled in the southwestern corner of Alberta, in the rugged and legendary Canadian Rockies, Castle is as authentic as it gets. Hard-working, hospitable, and here for the powder is what we’re all about. With less than 200 employees we’re a small, passionate team of winter enthusiasts. Here, we’re all family and you will quickly find you are right at home. If this sounds like you, then we want you to join us.
Our resort is not owned or operated by a large ski conglomerate; rather by a bunch of local skiers and riders who are passionate about steep terrain and great snow. Operational decisions are made here (head office = the basement of the day lodge) and our long-term direction is plotted by a group of passionate, volunteer board of directors who represent more than 200, predominately local shareholders.
More Info including staff perks can be found at: https://www.skicastle.ca/employment/
About The Position
Castle Mountain Resort is seeking an additional Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our Maintenance team. Working with the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor, the role involves maintaining and repairing the vehicles and equipment that Castle Mountain uses in it’s day to day operation, to produce the best winter experience for its customers.
What We Offer You
- Opportunity to work in the beautiful Southern Alberta Rocky Mountains
- Wage is $30/hr to $34.75/hr and based on journeyman experience
- Extended health and dental benefits (eligible after 3 months of continuous employment)
- Full mountain ski/snowboard pass
- Several employee discounts around the resort
- Full-time, year round (40 hours/week), Overtime when required
Core Competencies
- Good communicator
- Team player
- Time management skills
- Flexible / Adaptable
- Physically able to handle heavy parts, and tools
- Organized / Detail Oriented
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Dependable
- Ethical
Job Duties
- Castle Mountain Resort, owns and operates a variety, of vehicles and equipment. These would include, but not limited to, snowcats, snowmobiles, trucks, loaders, and generators.
- Understand and complete, required vehicle and equipment maintenance, as directed by the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor.
- When equipment needs troubleshooting or maintenance, assess the situation, order necessary parts and materials, if not on hand. Complete the service or repair, in a cost effective and timely manor.
- Learn to use our CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), to schedule, document, planned and unplanned, maintenance and repairs.
- Participate in daily safety meeting, use safe work practices, wear and use, the appropriate PPE.
- Maintain good housekeeping,
- Work with others, lifts or building maintenance, when they may require assistance, to complete a task or project.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- The best qualified candidate would be a Heavy Duty Mechanic or similar, but a 3rd or 4th year apprentice would also be considered.
- Previous ski hill experience, working on snow cats and sleds, would be an asset.
- A positive attitude, ability to work in a rapidly changing environment, and a genuine excitement for an outdoor lifestyle.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.
- Fluency in English.
- Positive and proactive approach to teamwork and working with others required.
- Ability to work unsupervised for long periods of time.
- Adhere to Castle Mountain Resort’s policies and procedures, as laid out in the employee handbook.
Work Conditions
- Generally working inside the maintenance shop, but at times outside in variable to extreme weather conditions.
- Off season hours, 10 hrs/day, Mon to Thurs, Seasonal schedule 10 hrs/day 4 on 3 off, working weekends and holidays may be required.
- This is a remote location. Own vehicle and comfort with winter driving is required
Successful candidates will be contacted.
Where We Are:
Castle Mountain Resort is located at the end of Highway 774, near Pincher Creek, AB. This is a remote work location with no mobile coverage or public transit. There is a communal living Staff Accommodation building on-site for new and returning non-supervisory, seasonal employees. More information on our location and our resort can be found at skicastle.ca
Department: Maintenance
This is a non-management position
This is a full-time year round position