Electrician (Apprentice/Journeyman)

Big White Ski Resort; Area E (Beaverdell/West Boundary); Sur place; CAD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, BC is seeking an Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems on ski lifts and on-hill infrastructure. The role joins the lift maintenance crew and involves mechanical checks, starting lifts, guest assistance, and ensuring compliance with BC Electrical and CSA codes, Worksafe BC regulations, and company policies.

This permanent, full-time on-site position does not include live-in accommodation.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of ski lift electrical systems including DC/AC drive motors and low voltage PLC controls.
• Experience reading schematics and troubleshooting.
• Experience working at heights with fall arrest/restraint equipment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors at high altitude for long periods.

Responsabilités

• Maintenance and repair of lift components including AC/DC motors and drive controllers.
• Maintenance of on-hill infrastructure including lighting for night skiing.
• Operating snowmobiles and company vehicles safely.
• Work at heights on lift towers and aerial platforms with fall arrest/restraint equipment.
• Troubleshooting problems quickly in high pressure and extreme weather conditions.
• Work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Collaborate with Millwrights on mechanical and general labour projects.
• Complete work orders and paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Use company tools safely and follow procedures.
• Work well in a team or independently and support seasonal staff training.

Connaissances

Ski lift electrical systems

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting under pressure

Communication skills

Outdoor work fitness

Formation

Class 5 BC driver’s license

Outils

PILZ PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Desktop computers & applications

Description du poste

Job Category: Mountain Operations - Lift Operations

Requisition Number: ELECT001613

• Posted : October 26, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Big White Ski Resort
Kelowna, BC V1P1P3, CAN

Description

Location: Big White

Description:

Big White is currently accepting applications for a position in Outdoor Operations as an Electrician. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintenance and repair of electrical systems on all of our ski lifts and on-hill infrastructure. The applicant will join the lift maintenance crew and assume many of the same responsibilities such as mechanical checks on lifts each day, starting and ensuring continued operation of lifts, guest assistance, helping other departments and ensuring compliance with BC Electrical and CSA Z98 codes, Worksafe BC regulations and company policies.

This is a permanent, full-time, year-round position. Living accommodation is not provided for this position. After a probation period, the candidate is eligible for company benefits including health and dental benefits, pension plan and other company benefits and discounts.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Maintenance and repair of lift related components including AC motors and drive controllers, DC motors and drive controllers, control PLC's including PILZ, Allen Bradley and Siemens systems.
• Maintenance of on-hill infrastructure including lighting for night skiing and streetlights
• Operating snowmobiles and company vehicles safely
• Working at heights on lift towers and aerial platforms using appropriate fall arrest/restraint equipment
• Troubleshooting problems quickly and efficiently in high pressure situations and frequently extreme weather conditions
• Working outside all year round in every kind of weather condition
• Working with Millwrights on mechanical and general labour projects
• Completing work orders and associated paperwork correctly and promptly
• Using company tools and equipment safely and following safe working procedures
• Working productively in a team environment or on your own
• Assisting in the on-going training and support of seasonal operations staff
• Maintenance of all tools, vehicles and equipment

Required Qualifications

• Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status
• Expert knowledge of ski lift electrical systems including DC and AC drive motors and drive controllers and low voltage PLC controls
• Extensive experience in reading of schematics and troubleshooting
• Experience in working at heights and use of fall arrest/restraint equipment
• Some experience with operation of snowmobiles is required
• Some knowledge of desktop computers and applications
• Class 5 BC driver's license with a clean driver's abstract
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential
• Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors at high altitude for long periods