Licensed Mechanic & Fleet Manager

Company Description

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Equipment Manager to join our team and ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of all hotel vehicles and equipment. As the Equipment Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing a comprehensive preventive maintenance program, managing repairs, and maintaining accurate records. Your dedication to safety, effective communication, and team coordination will be essential in maintaining the quality and functionality of our equipment.

Competitive Salary: $86,000-$90,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

4-day work week (Monday–Thursday) with 3 days off; flexibility required based on business needs

Job Duties Include:

• Reporting to the Golf Course Superintendent, the Equipment & Fleet Manager responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment including, diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, golf cart fleet, trucks, sweepers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
• Be able to Complete Alberta Transportation Commercial Vehicle Inspections
• Perform safety inspection and record keeping of hotel vehicle fleet
• Repairs and maintains all Hotel Vehicles and road fleet.
• Be available to receive future training on new technologies such as Hybrids, alternative fuels and electric equipment and vehicles.
• Prepare scheduling for the team
• Mentoring & provide on-going guidance for the Assistant Mechanic
• Grinds reels and rotary blades to high precision.
• Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work, ensuring repairs are done in a timely fashion to meet the guests' needs.
• Creates preventive maintenance programs on all equipment.
• Responsible for inventory stocking, tracking, and budgetary requirements of all shop equipment and supplies including PPE.
• Fuels use recording and purchasing
• Record equipment inputs per unit. Tracking labor and part costs.
• Does periodic infield follow-up on equipment being used.
• Oversees the compound and ensures and promotes a crisp, cleaned, well-maintained organized facility.
• Is responsible for the set up and testing of turf cultural equipment
• Assists with snow removal when required
• Supporting the Superintendent with forecasting of capital purchase
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• 5 years previous Automotive or Heavy Duty mechanics OR Equipment Manager experience.
• Certified Automotive Service Technician is required
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance principles and practices.
• Computer knowledge is required – Word, Excel, Outlook, Golf and Vehicle fleet software
• Valid class 5 driver’s license is required with an up to date driver’s abstract provided (dated within 30 days)
• Knowledge of forecasting and budgeting for capital equipment purchases
• Must be a team player who works well with staff and guests
• Must be able to/or learn to drive standard transmission vehicles/equipment
• Working knowledge of light / heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses.
• Skilled in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of repairs
• Fabricating experience is an asset.
• Ability to provide your own tools.

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees for 1 month, off-site accommodation is available for you to rent downtown based on availability
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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