Bus Mechanic / Technician
Norquay Mystic Ridge Ltd. • Banff, Alberta
Bus Mechanic / Technician
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Starting at $78,000
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Job Description
Position: Bus Mechanic / Technician
Norquay Mystic Ridge Ltd. is seeking a Bus Mechanic / Technician with skills to join our mountain maintenance team in Banff, Alberta. This position is essential for maintaining a reliable fleet of transportation buses and support vehicles that keep Norquay running smoothly for guests and staff throughout the season and beyond. If you are passionate about diesel and heavy vehicle systems and thrive in a dynamic, safety-oriented environment, we want to hear from you.
Job Type: Bus Mechanic / Technician
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on the fleet of buses and support vehicles on-site, including diesel engines, transmissions, brake systems, steering, suspension, electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Diagnose problems using onboard diagnostics and service manuals; identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Conduct thorough safety inspections, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain Transport Canada and Alberta requirements.
- Keep accurate maintenance records, log parts usage, and manage service interval scheduling; order parts as needed.
- Respond to breakdowns or emergencies in the mountains with a focus on minimizing downtime and restoring operations quickly.
- Maintain a well-organized and safe workshop; care for tools and equipment; support winter preparations and seasonal tasks as necessary.
- Collaborate with the Transport and Operations teams to coordinate maintenance planning and downtime, ensuring minimal impact on guest services.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of practical experience as a bus mechanic, tour bus mechanic, or heavy vehicle mechanic; fleet maintenance experience in a resort or transportation environment is preferred.
- Automotive service technician training; Red Seal certification is an advantage.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with solid knowledge of diesel engines, brake systems, electrical/electronic systems, and hydraulic systems.
- Proficient in using diagnostic tools, service manuals, and reading mechanical blueprints.
- Valid driver’s license (Alberta) with the ability to obtain the necessary certifications to drive buses, if applicable.
- Ability to work outdoors in cold weather and physically capable of lifting heavy parts; strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills; reliable, punctual, and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible availability, including afternoons, weekends, and shifts during peak seasons or on-call hours.
What We Offer
- Mountain employment with unlimited ski access outside of working hours, a cohesive team, and a friendly, safety-focused culture.
- Employee pass and reciprocal or discounted skiing at partner resorts across Canada.
- Free transportation from Banff town to Norquay.
- Comprehensive staff discounts and community events on-site.
- Ongoing training, skill development opportunities, and a supportive pathway for professional growth.
- Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace as part of the Bow Valley Workplace Inclusion Charter; flexible schedules and programming options to support work-life balance, including arrangements that support shared custody when possible.
- Access to the workshop outside of operational hours and a collaborative, well-equipped environment to develop your skills.
If you’re ready to join a historic mountain resort in Banff that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and customer service, this is the position for you.
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Why work with us
Find out for yourself why it’s pretty hard to call this work Unlimited skiing outside of work hours, an awesomely close-knit team, amazing perks. A season at Norquay is to be part of our friendly crew, learn new skills, have great fun while you earn, and experience work and play on-mountain.
As we’re just a stone’s throw away from the town of Banff, you’ll be close to all the action and calling this home in no-time. With temporary workers arriving from all parts of the world season-after-season, Banff becomes a dynamic hub for those seeking new opportunities, the chance to meet new people, and experience all parts of life in Banff National Park.
Employment with Norquay means: Employment with Norquay means great daily training, a staff pass, reciprocal or discounted skiing at many different resorts in western Canada, free transportation from the town of Banff to Norquay, awesome staff discounts, oh – and great staff parties.
If the thought of getting paid to spend your days here sound pretty good to you, drop us a line!
We’re part of the Bow Valley Workplace Inclusion Charter Mt. Norquay is a proud participant in the 2024 Bow Valley Workplace Inclusion Charter. The program helps local businesses take practical actions to better support and welcome team members from Canada and around the world.
We are committed to supporting all members of our diverse team and helping to make Bow Valley communities welcoming for all. Through the Workplace Inclusion Charter, we are working to support our employees and ensure they feel highly valued as important members of our team. The Workplace Inclusion Charter gives us a practical roadmap to improve in our efforts where they are most needed and help us retain hardworking, dedicated team members.
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