Parkwide HVAC Technician - Columbia Falls, MT Job at Xanterra Travel Collection
Overview:
Now Hiring for a Summer 2023 Parkwide HVAC/Kitchen Technician to LIVE. WORK. EXPLORE in Columbia Falls, gateway to Glacier National Park!
Glacier National Park sees over 3 million annual visitors and encompasses just over 1 million acres of largely wilderness area and is known for its seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes. Glacier National Park was established in 1910 and stands today as a monument to wild natural places. As part of the Crown of the Continent ecosystem, the park includes 175 named mountains, 762 lakes (131 named lakes), 200+ named waterfalls and 26 named glaciers, as well as 1,000 plant species, and hundreds of animal species. Employees can explore the park’s 745 miles of hiking trails, take a bus tour on Going-to-the-Sun Road, or kayak in clear lakes.
The Details:
Free Glacier National Park Pass!
Now Hiring for a Summer 2023 Parkwide HVAC/Kitchen Technician to LIVE. WORK. EXPLORE in Columbia Falls, gateway to Glacier National Park!
At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and competent people who share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
Glacier National Park sees over 3 million annual visitors and encompasses just over 1 million acres of largely wilderness area and is known for its seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes. Glacier National Park was established in 1910 and stands today as a monument to wild natural places. As part of the Crown of the Continent ecosystem, the park includes 175 named mountains, 762 lakes (131 named lakes), 200+ named waterfalls and 26 named glaciers, as well as 1,000 plant species, and hundreds of animal species. Employees can explore the park’s 745 miles of hiking trails, take a bus tour on Going-to-the-Sun Road, or kayak in clear lakes.
About Columbia Falls:
Just West of Glacier National Park lies a collection of small communities who proudly welcome millions of visitors each year to the Glacier Gateway area. One of the largest towns is Columbia Falls. This lively Montana town is home to many locally owned shops, restaurants, a brewery, and a summer farmers markets! Columbia Falls is the ideal home base for recreating in Glacier National Park, and the 2.4 million acre Flathead National Forest.
The Details:
- Seasonal position starts in April and extends through November 2023
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Location: Based out of Administrative Office in Columbia Falls, MT
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Pay Rate: $24.10/hour
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Schedule Varies: Average 40+ hours/week (depending on time of season)
- Housing: Employee Housing Not Available
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Perks include:
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Free Red Bus and Boat Tours (as available)
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Free Glacier National Park season pass
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Exclusive Retail and Dining discounts in Glacier
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$350 Referral Bonus Program
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The adventure of a lifetime!
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Overview: This position will maintain and repair refrigeration, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintain all refrigeration and HVAC equipment according to preventive maintenance schedule.
- Repair refrigeration and HVAC equipment as indicated on maintenance requests in a timely and correct manner while maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Assist with seasonal schedule for turning on and shutting down evaporative cooler units in the designated buildings.
- Assist with installation of new refrigeration units and heating units.
- Evaluate condition of equipment and make recommendations for repair or replacement. Diagnose malfunctioning appliances using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of the malfunction and correct the problem. Advise management regarding safety and cost effectiveness of equipment operation.
- Conduct routine inspections of kitchen equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Perform all work with guest service in mind, keeping equipment and operational down time to a minimum.
- Oversee completion and documentation of work orders, ensuring accuracy and detail regarding materials, labor, and equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Adhere to all safety, risk management, and environmental policies and procedures.
- Assist in the training of Food and Beverage personnel in the proper operation of kitchen equipment.
- Train General Maintenance Technicians for basic troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- Minimum three years’ experience in Refrigeration mechanics, HVAC and refrigeration handling and recovery.
- Ability to repair or replace domestic and commercial air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment and ice cubers.
- Ability to dehydrate refrigeration systems with use of a vacuum pump.
- Ability to read and use refrigeration analyzing meters.
- Ability to work with voltages ranging from 0-480, single and 3-phase.
- Ability to read refrigeration and electric schematics.
- Ability to troubleshoot refrigeration control circuits.
- Ability to drain and winterize evaporative coolers, refrigeration equipment and ice cubers.
- Ability to join refrigeration copper, steel and aluminum piping; identify size of pipe and run steel or plastic pipe for cooling system.
- Ability to conduct daily inspections of refrigeration equipment to determine if equipment is in proper working condition.
- Ability to repair heating systems, which includes heat pumps and electric heat strips ranging from 0-480 volts.
- Must possess physical ability to perform tasks, including entering confined spaces, ascending/descending ladders, and lifting.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to walk distances over uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions.
- Must be able to lift and carry a maximum of 50 pounds. Frequent lifting and carrying of supplies, materials, and equipment throughout the day.
- Must be able to bend, stretch, reach, kneel, and crawl for extended periods of time.
- Working safely with required chemicals, tools, and equipment.
- Required to drive a company vehicle; a driving record check will be completed as part of the standard pre-employment background check.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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