Heavy Duty Mechanic - Valhalla
Our mechanics are the backbone of our operation and are vital to our success. Are you a great mechanic or an apprentice on your way to greatness? Consider us for your next career move and apply now!
Our mechanics are great problem solvers, with a passion for snowcats and the Kootenay backcountry. The Valhalla Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of PistenBully 400 snowcats, BRP Summit/Expedition snowmobiles, pickup trucks and ATV/UTVs.
You will report to the Mountain Operations Manager and work alongside a team of fellow HD mechanics and apprentices. Our team is resourceful and able to handle challenging situations that can sometimes occur in the backcountry, including getting machines unstuck or repaired in the field in a safe and timely manner.
The Essentials:
Place of work: Passmore, BC (in-season) and Playmor Junction, BC (off-season)
$34 - $40 / hr (plus tips) commensurate with experience or apprenticeship level.
Shift rotations 4 on/3 off (10 hours per day)
Benefits include:
- paid time off and tuition assistance for skills training and upgrades including apprenticeships
- tool/PPE allowance
- full health and dental for you and your dependents
- retirement savings program with Baldface matching contributions at 3%
- cell phone allowance
You'll feel right at home if you have good practical knowledge of:
- hydrostatic drive systems
- diesel engines
- generators
- snowmobiles
- electrical systems and equipment
- backcountry travel on sleds and side-by-sides
- fieldwork in outdoor winter conditions
- trucking and trailering
Other skills that put the cherry on the cake:
- shop management including inventory, parts and fleet management
- basic backcountry first aid and avalanche safety
- excellent communication skills
- solid computer skills with fleet management software
- rigging skills
- MIG and ARC Welding skills
- fabrication skills
Don't forget to bring your:
- Red Seal Heavy Duty Technician, Automotive or Agricultural Equipment license or records of at least one year of the apprenticeship foundations training from a qualified trades diploma program
- valid class 5 BC driver’s license with a clean abstract
- toolbox
- Department
- Mobile Equipment
- Role
- Mobile Equipment Maintenance
- Locations
- Baldface Valhalla
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Heavy Duty Mechanic - Valhalla
Our mechanics are the backbone of our operation and are vital to our success. Are you a great mechanic or an apprentice on your way to greatness? Consider us for your next career move and apply now!
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