Golf Irrigation Technician - Whistler, Canada - FAIRMONT

FAIRMONT

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Whistler, Canada

1 week ago

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Company Description

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort defines mountain luxury in the heart of Whistler, British Columbia - Host Mountain Resort of the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Located in the spectacular Coastal Mountain Range, Whistler is Canada's premier, year-round outdoor adventure destination - just two hours north of downtown Vancouver.

Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience and an on-site championship golf course, The Fairmont Chateau Whistler is Whistler's largest conference resort hotel with 526 guestrooms and suites, exceptional dining in five unique outlets and full resort amenities including a slopeside Health Club.

Since opening its doors in 1989, this landmark destination has welcomed guests and colleagues to an unforgettable mountain adventure - start yours today

Job Description Irrigation Technician - Golf Course**Join our winning team The Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course is Audubon-certified and carved right into the slopes of the Coastal mountain range. Working in the Golf Grounds department, the Irrigation Technician ensures the efficiency of the golf course's irrigation system. The Technician will be responsible for all regular irrigation maintenance and audits.

Pay Rate:

$23.20 per hour

What is in it for you:

Subsidized staff accommodation assistance provided for full time status employees
One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria
Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
Comprehensive wellness platform for employee mental health and wellbeing support
Discounts while using our resort's Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, and Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course
Automatically added to our resort's Colleague Lifestyle Program which includes access to staff activities and events
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Whistler and over 5,000 properties with Accor

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Golf Course Superintendents, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
Operate, maintain, install and repair a complex irrigation system, including leaks in distribution lines, valves, control lines and sprinkler heads
Maintain and repair the master and satellite controllers
Audit and inspect various components of the irrigation system
Assist in a variety of grounds fertility and cultural programs
Assist with various improvement projects
Labor intensive work in the form of digging, lifting and pushing
Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications Your experience and skills include**:

One years experience as an Irrigation Technician required
Experience in compressors and knowledge of Stratus II Irrigation program preferred
Class 5 Driver's License & Updated Driver's abstract
Ability to operate all mowing and cultural equipment, chainsaw, and skid steer an asset
Trouble shooting and problem solving skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in grounds and landscape maintenance work
Ability to work in a team and independently

Your team and working environment:

Constant standing and walking throughout shift
Lifting & Carrying up to 70 lbs.
Pushing & Pulling up to 50 lbs.
Bending & Kneeling
Repetitive tasks and movements
Working early mornings
Working in a variety of temperatures and conditions (snow, heat, rain)

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.

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For more information on working and living at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler please visit Fairmont Chateau Whistler Careers (whistler-)

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