Adaptive Equipment Technician
Job Overview
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Date PostedMay 16, 2025
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Location
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Wage/Salary$22 / hour
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Contact NameJenni Bowles
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Open Positions1
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Staff AccommodationNo
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Position DurationSeasonal
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Position TypeFull-Time
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More Ways to ApplyEmail
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(More Ways to Apply) Emailwork@rockymountainadaptive.com
Job Description
About Rocky Mountain Adaptive (RMA)
RMA is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to enable individuals living with physical, sensory, and neuro-divergent challenges to participate, learn and excel in all sport and recreational activities in the Canadian Rockies. As a multi-sport, year-round organisation who provides access to mountain sport and recreation, RMA offers adaptive sports equipment, specialised instructors, trained volunteers and unique training opportunities. Activities include biking, canoeing, hiking, kayaking, skiing, snowboarding, swimming, and much more! We are driven by our commitment to becoming the ‘go-to’ organization for accessible outdoor mountain experiences, and are dedicated to turning our vision into reality.
Position Overview
*Flexible start date: anytime now until July 7
The primary duties of the Adaptive Equipment Technician will include the maintenance and repair of all RMA’s summer sports equipment. This will include adaptive bikes, kayaks and other paddling equipment, adaptive hiking equipment, and other specialty adaptive equipment. Other aspects of this role may include managing adaptive equipment rental set up, delivering rental equipment orientations to participants, administrative tracking of the equipment fleet, and assisting with general program equipment setup and pack down.
Roles and Responsibilities
– Conduct regular maintenance and repair of all RMA’s adaptive equipment (bikes, boats, parts & accessories, hiking equipment).
– Conduct regular cleaning and pack down of equipment
– Maintain records and tracking of entire RMA equipment fleet
– Manage equipment rentals (setting up equipment, greeting guests at rental set up, conduct equipment orientations, and perform follow ups after rental is returned)
– Maintain accurate records of rental orientations and equipment setups for future rentals
– Communicate with Program Team on any equipment needs, replacement parts, and/or tools needed
– Ensure regular communication and transfer of responsibilities on days off
– Assist Program Manager with other duties as assigned
Start Date
Job Requirements
Eligibility Criteria:
This position is funded through the Canadian Government Summer Jobs Grant Program. Eligible applicants must be 15 to 30 years of age, and a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident in order to apply.
Qualifications:
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
- Standard First Aid (AED/CPR C)
- Class 5 Driver’s Licence
Skills and Experience:
- Experience with bike and paddlesports equipment maintenance and repair
- Familiarity with tools and equipment required for maintenance
- Experience or interest in paddling, hiking, biking, swimming, climbing, or other mountain sports
- A keen interest in outdoor education and adaptive sport
- Ability to problem solve, work independently and as part of a team
- Experience driving a truck and trailer would be an asset.
- Class 4 Driver’s License would be an asset
- Time management and organizational skills
- Good oral and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills
- Quick learner
Perks & Benefits
Use of program equipment on personal time, as available (canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, bikes..)
