Temporary Painter Jobs

We’re hiring a Painter to join our world class team at Sonora Resort, a luxury all-inclusive Relais & Chateaux Resort, in the unspoiled wilderness of British Columbia. Nestled in the Discovery Islands, Sonora Resort is a remote location accessed by water taxi from the town of Campbell River on Vancouver Island. This is a temporary role to cover for a current employee on leave. Seeking a start date as soon as possible, with an end date unknown at this time.
Our team shares a deep appreciation for the unspoiled wilderness of British Columbia. Our opulent location is an undeniable draw for those seeking an exciting career with a side of adventure. We are completely submerged in the great outdoors with easy access to hiking trails, Florence Lake, and opportunities to get on the water to explore the Inside Passage.
Each one of our team members contributes to the guest experience at Sonora Resort. Working at Sonora means you are part of a team of passionate and trained professionals focused on providing our guests with unique experiences and cherished memories.
Sonora Resort is committed to creating an engaging and supportive work environment, with a focus on developing and promoting talent from within. We offer competitive compensation packages, exciting employee incentives and the opportunity to develop under the prestigious Relais & Châteaux banner.
Resort Life

• Staff are required to leave the resort on their scheduled non-working days and are responsible for securing further transportation and accommodation thereafter.
• Shift work is required from April until October; comprised of ## working days and ## non-working working days, subject to change during peak season; employees are expected to be flexible in their scheduling to meet the needs of the business.
• Team Amenities on site include a staff lounge, fitness facility, hot tub, outdoor staff lounge area, access to trout ponds, hiking trails and Florence lake where a canoe and stand-up paddleboards are available for staff use.
• Special room rate for Employees & immediate family members visiting Sonora Resort
• Staff social events and opportunities to experience adventure tours & activities
• 25% off at Sonora’s Gift Shop and Island Currents Spa (Services & products)
• An Employee & Family Assistance Program offering counseling and mental health supports.
• We offer competitive wages, paid hourly, with opportunities for overtime, plus gratuities.
• All staff are provided with complimentary single bedroom accommodations. Complimentary wifi, cable TV and internet calling provided in each staff room.
• Enjoy other great work perks such as:
• Complimentary meals, snacks and beverages provided from our Staff Kitchen
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Water taxi transportation is provided to and from Campbell River for scheduled work shifts

Position Summary
The Painter position is responsible for completing interior and exterior refinishing of all types of surfaces including but not limited to cedar, fir, other natural woods, drywall surfaces and various pieces of outdoor equipment.
Job Duties

• Demonstrate desired service behaviors in accordance with Relais and Chateaux expectations.
• Perform any other reasonable duty or assignment requested by the department or General Manager.
• Ensure effective working relationships and clear communication is maintained with all colleagues and departments.
• Follow all health and safety protocols.
• Able to organize, use and maintain tools for each individual job or project.
• Able to work independently or in a team setting on new or refinishing projects.
• Drive small electric vehicles around the resort.
• Able to identify products needed and maintain proper inventory to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Understand and adhere to all guidelines as set out in company policies.
• Ensure that all equipment, fixtures, and furniture of the department are kept in the best repair possible and are used in a safe and proper manner in coordination with the Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications

• First Aid & AED certificates are an asset.
• Must be fluent in English, second language an asset.
• Thorough understanding of the maintenance operations; experience in a live-in resort environment is preferred.
• Candidate must be capable of physically demanding tasks including handling heavy loads, walking, crouching, bending, kneeling, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time.
• High School Diploma required. Any additional education or experience would be an asset.
• Two (2) years of experience on various painting and refinishing projects.
• Applicant must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

About Sonora Resort
Sonora Resort, a Relais & Chateâux property, is located on Sonora Island in the Discovery Islands of British Columbia. It is accessible by boat or air, and 50 minutes by helicopter from Vancouver. Known as one of Canada’s hidden gems, Sonora has a unique place in the world because of its secluded location, abundance of natural beauty and wildlife, with luxury accommodations and gourmet cuisine. Sonora is part of the Relais & Chateâux association of the world’s finest hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs that has set the standard for excellence in hospitality. Whether you have an adventurous heart or a desire to live in a remarkable wild place such as this, you will find all kinds of career options at Sonora Resort. We encourage you to visit our website at www.sonoraresort.com