Lift Mechanic -(Apprentice)- Year Round - Full

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Year Round
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

Resort Perks:

Free Alterra Mountain Pass for employees; ski or ride for free at 14 Alterra owned destinations!
Alterra Mountain Passes for your family
Discounts on Blue Mountain Lift tickets.
Free rentals;
Staff priced meals Starbucks treats;
Staff room rates at all our hotels;
Retail savings at Burton, Columbia, North Face, Red Devil, Hillside, and more!
The incumbent is a member of the frontline team. The Apprentice, Lift Mechanic exemplifies our culture of creating revolutionary guest experiences and contributes positively toward uniting the team around purpose and fun. This purpose of this role is to The Lift Mechanic Trainee assist in maintenance, modification and inspection of ski lift equipment under the supervision of the certified Lift Mechanic.

YEAR ROUND- FULL TIME

Full Benefits after +0 days (Health and Dental)

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

.Assists with the construction, modifications, preventative maintenance and inspections of ski lifts as per Code Z+8, TSSA regulations, the lift manufacturer and the insurance carriers standards
Keep record of maintenance performed as per Blue Mountains preventative maintenance program
Assist in the troubleshooting of lift problems as they occur
. Advises the Lift Supervisory team of any occurrences or changes in conditions that may affect the lift, machinery and/or its passengers
Perform daily pre-operational lift start-up inspection to ensure that each lift is operable during operating season
Operate hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment both in the operations maintenance shop and in the field at the lift
Occasionally assist in other areas Mountain Operations Maintenance as needed to ensure the resorts success (IE. Snowmaking, Attractions Maintenance etc.)
Is aware of and is compliant with the standards and tactics of the business unit as directed by their leaders through training and coaching.
Provides feedback to leadership that influences the planning for future seasons.
Understands departmental service standards, is receptive of training and communication to create revolutionary guest experiences and achieve departmental goals.
Skillfully uses available resources, training and communication channels to achieve a highly productive, efficient environment with minimal downtime that produces high quality product(s) and service(s).
Participates in programming and completes training that unites employees around purpose and fun and therefore results in high employee satisfaction and engagement within their department.
Embraces and actively participates in a culture of teamwork between all employees that achieves the department's targets.
Participates in programming and training that ensures compliance with all legislated requirements and company policies and processes.
Participates in and adheres to all compulsory training provided, as mandated by government agencies pertaining to risk and safety.
Follows Crisis Management direction/plan, as designed by Crisis Committee and/or Risk Management Team.
WHAT DO YOU NEED FROM ME?

High school diploma
Must possess interest and aptitude in basic mechanical systems
Must possess interest and aptitude in using basic hand tools
Registered as a SML-T (TSSA certificate)
Experience as a lift Operator would be a strong asset
Basic knowledge of building construction as well as TSSA requirements and the Z+8 code is required
G license required
Certifications as a Welder, Millwright, Electrician or Mechanic would be an asset
Basic knowledge of hydraulics and low voltage circuitry would be an asset
Experience operating off road equipment, ATV, snowmobiles, etc
Ability to work at high heights
AUTHENTICITY | EMPOWERMENT | COLLABORATION | PURPOSE

BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT COMPANY OVERVIEW

Blue Mountain Resort is Ontario’s largest mountain resort. Nestled on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay, on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. Only +0 minutes outside Toronto, Blue Mountain has become the four-season outdoor destination of the North. Blue Mountain is owned by Alterra Mountain Company.

ALTERRA COMPANY OVERVIEW

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world.

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, Alterra Mountain Company exists to shape the future of mountain adventure. Read more