WHO WE ARE
Outpost is a Whistler-based vacation rental management company focused on innovation and providing the best possible service to our guests and our owner partners. The vacation rental industry offers a fast-paced environment that always keeps us on our toes. Outpost is growing, and we are in need of great people to join our team. We support our team by allowing them to play to their personal strengths while granting full agency to impact their part of the business and to grow within the company.
THE ROLE
As a Maintenance Technician, you will play an integral role in ensuring our properties are kept in tiptop shape. You will be providing support to our Maintenance Manager as well as our Property Services, Guest Services and Owner Relations Teams with a variety of general property maintenance and upkeep, troubleshooting, and general repairs. You will need to have a can-do attitude and be a jack of all trades with a solid level of comfort relating to all aspects of a home, including lighting, electronics, appliances, plumbing/electrical, patching and painting, and the general appearance and upkeep of the interior of our homes. In the off-season, you will be performing preventative maintenance inspections and identifying areas in our homes that need attention.
Note: Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for someone who can ideally commit to 6 months+ in the role and who can consistently work 4 days.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a valid BC Drivers' License
- Strong general handyman skills
- Background in property maintenance, construction work, or trade work
- Experience in a property management or hotel environment is an asset
- Good communication skills
- Observational skills and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to prioritize and work under pressure
- Must be available to work weekends
DUTIES:
- Work with our team to respond to guest and owner’s maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
- You follow instructions to a tee and are able to communicate effectively on what needs follow up
- You will be on the go, moving from home to home throughout the day with minimal supervision
- Completing timely work order notes via our app on your phone
- Performing property inspections when needed
APPLICABLE SKILLS:
- Excellent problem solver with a can-do attitude
- Professional demeanour with excellent communication skills, comfortable communicating with guests
- Ability to competently perform repairs and maintenance
- Basic mechanical/pluming/electrical skills
- A level of comfort with minor patching, painting and caulking
- Knowledge of the Whistler area is an asset
PERKS:
- Employee housing subject to availability - WE HAVE HOUSING FOR THIS ROLE
- A flexible schedule that allows for skiing/activities in the mornings
- The ability to grow with the company
- Competitive salary/wage dependent on experience
- Epic Ski Pass/Spirit pass
- 4 day work weeks (10 hour days)
- A fun team who enjoy working together
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00-$29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company car
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you currently in Whistler and available for an in-person interview?
- Do you require staff accommodation?
- Are you available to work a typical schedule of Thursday - Sunday?
- Do you have a valid Canadian Work Permit? If not, are you a Canadian resident/citizen?
- Do you have secure housing in Whistler?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
