Maintenance Labourer (LMIA Available) – Visa Sponsorship Offered
As a prominent provider in the hospitality industry, establishments that belong to the Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts (CRMR) group, boast an impressive and an enviable portfolio of some of the best resorts in Canada. With an appealing backdrop of the Rockies, a Canadian vacation at CRMR has never been more dreamy.
Further adding to the allure is the resplendent Emerald Lake Lodge located by Yoho National Park, a serine 35 minute drive from Lake Louise in Alberta as part of their highlights.
The Emerald Lake Lodge perfectly embodies this specialization with its emphasis on blending nature and comfort to give guests a true Mountain Everest Experience.The Lodge’s passionate team of workers ensures a world class experience for all guests in a constant push to meet cutting-edge standards of hospitality service industry.
On the other hand, for this position we are looking for a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Labourer who has the capability of maintaining this world class vision at all times. It’s a full-time position with no restrictions (meaning hours or a contract) and is probably located in one of the most beautiful yet secluded regions i.e., Field, BC.
While satisfying the day-to-day operational needs of the facility which include the aesthetics and structure of the lodge, this position will have a strong influence at achieving the core objective.
Maintenance Labourer (LMIA Available)
Location: Emerald Lake Lodge, Field, BC
Company: Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts (CRMR)
About Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts (CRMR):
Position Overview:
Emerald Lake Lodge Maintenance Labourer gets to enjoy the great outdoors while looking after the different aspects of the lodge. This entails performing essential duties such as conducting repairs, renovations and assisting in the lodging’s infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will also be dedicated to the various activities that pertain to safety practices. In this regard, the maintenance team works collaboratively to ensure that both guest areas and back-of-house are in top condition at all times as their future depend on the guests’ satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Building Maintenance and Repairs:
- Drywall Repairs: Drywall repairs will be routine in your tasks and this will guarantee that the lodge is purposely geared towards making the guests comfortable.
- Painting: In the case of refreshing surfaces where it is appropriate to use primer and paint, you will take care of that as well, as part of the maintenance.
- Carpentry and Tiling: It is possible for you to execute minor carpentry activities such as wood replacement as well as component substitutions. You will be assigned tasks such as tiling ranging from patching to replacing tiles in communal rooms and bathrooms.
- Minor Plumbing and Electrical Works: Undertaking minor plumbing tasks such as drain unclogging, leak repair, and faucet changing. Similarly, you will perform other elementary electrical repairs like changing light fittings and light switches but only when under the supervision of the authorized specialist.
Groundskeeping and Snow Removal:
- Snow Removal: Of your job responsibilities, snow removal from around the site to ensure that guests and staff remain safe during winter is mandatory. This includes the use of snow blowers, front-end loaders along with hand machinery for detailed work.
- Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance: In addition, you will help in taking care of lodge compound areas. Such activities include but are not limited to lawn mowing and bush trimming as well as cleaning up for the intent of preserving the outdoor areas of the resort at all seasons.
- Operational Support: Shipping and Receiving: Support in offloading items delivered to `the lodge as well as offloading supplies and collecting garbage. You would also be entrusted with the responsibility of cutting off the mail delivery to protect items in the inventory and put them into appropriate locations.
- Equipment Handling: Carry out different maintenance tasks with a variety of equipment’s such as snow blowers, front-end loaders, and power tools. It is equally relevant for the safety of the team that you are able to work with such equipment during the task.
- Routine Checks: Make routine visits to the premises to check for issues related to the maintenance of the premises that need immediate attention. Any damages or breakdowns will be recorded with the Maintenance Manager and reasonable steps will be taken to fix minor issues just after they occur.
- Guest Room Maintenance: Attend to guest’s room maintenance complaints so that in case there are any complaints from guests, rooms are clean and well maintained for the guests who are yet to check in. This also includes ability to answer and execute requests from guests for small repairs, or changes.
- Health, Safety, and Compliance: Safety Awareness: For any working environment, secured your safety, of your work mates and even the guests; this implies observing all the safety aspects considering the use of equipment, chemicals and even handling of hazardous materials.
- Chemical Handling: Don’t ignore chemicals while managing hot enlisted bathtubs, managing sewage plants or even cleaning materials. every chemical has its own set of rules and liability which must be obeyed to stay out of danger or disaster.
- PPE Usage: Make use of the conveniently available Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while undertaking any maintenance measure to avoid injury.
- Adherence to Company Policies: Adhere to the CRMR employee handbook, grooming, and operational policies to ensure that maintenance work is smooth and well organized.
Additional Duties:
This category essentially ensures that we remain “people-who-are-willing-to-do-whatever-it-takes”. This is the reason why it is important to note that flexibility and a positive can-do attitude are critical in this role.
Skills and Experience Required:
Valid Driver’s License: You must have an excellent driving record as well as a valid driver’s license to be able to qualify for this role. This is necessary because it will involve driving the guest shuttle, making deliveries, and other important tasks that you will be given.
Hands-on Maintenance Experience: Prior experience in construction maintenance tasks such as texture finishing of drywall, paint finishing, cabinet making, general plumbing and basic electrical installations and repairs. A background in tiling and marketing will be of added advantage.
Physical Stamina: You are likely to perform physically stressful activities as part of this job. You must be able to carry weights up to and including 80 pounds, use ladders, and do basic work such as clearing snow or lifting and pushing heavy-duty equipment.
Safety Awareness: Comprehensive knowledge of the safety standards applicable at the workplace, especially if there are tools, equipment and chemicals that need to be handled. Being open-minded to innovative safety practices and handling of firefighting equipment is one of the crucial factors.
Teamwork and Communication: Excellent productivity skills both in team and independently. You will be required to inform and enhance your interaction with maintenance leadership and related staff to obtain reasonable completion of all work in proper time.
Adaptability: The work atmosphere can be difficult: exposure to extreme temperatures. Hence, please be equipped dispositional wise and able to work outside work in the changeable weather condition throughout all the seasons.
Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour, with additional opportunities for overtime pay during peak seasons.
Health and Dental Benefits: CRMR offers comprehensive health and dental coverage to support the wellbeing of its employees.
- Extended Health Care: Included basic vision and other medical services.
- Paid Time Off: Employees are entitled to receive paid vacation days, statutory holidays, and other leave entitlements ensuring the weight between work and life is maintained.
- Employee Discount Program: As an employee of CRMR, discounts on select stores and service providers will also add to your compensation package.
- Job Stability and Career Growth: Gives Job security as well as career growth within CRMR. Near such a development there is a possibility to develop several skills via continuous training healthy programs.
- Relocation Assistance: If you are applying from out of the BC region in the Field, staff housing is available, and relocation costs may be covered.
Visa Sponsorship Available:
LMIA Available – Sponsorship of a Visa is available for Eligible Candidates.
Applicants from outside Canada are welcome to apply as CRMR will provide LMIA assistance. So, if you are based outside Canada but have the right qualifications, then CRMR could help you get a work permit in Canada.
This will make it possible for you to work in Canada and be a part of the Emerald Lake Lodge team. There would be visa sponsorship for the eligible candidates as such this is a good prospect for people looking to move to Canada for a long term career.
Work Location:
The Emerald Lake Lodge, which is situated in the stunning national park of Yoho and is known for its beautiful sceneries, is where the Maintenance Labourer job opening is located.
Since it is an isolated area, you get to enjoy a peaceful environment filled with beautiful mountain views. The lodge is also reachable through car rides from nearby locations such as Lake Louise, Alberta.
How to Apply
Submission of a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest in this position is a requirement. Also, mention in the application if you are in possession of a driver’s license and if you are willing to move to Field, British Columbia
What makes CRMR better?
Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts aim to recruit and build a strong team that incorporates respect, excellence and inclusivity. We seek applicants and encourages applicants with all types of diversity to create a culture where everyone can compete and grow.
If you are a professional with vast experience in maintenance and are therefore interested in being part of an exciting but beautiful place in Canada, feel free to join our passionate team at Emerald Lake Lodge as you will be encouraged to apply.