Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice

Manning Park Resort; Manning Park; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free rent with biweekly utilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free seasonal activity passes

Free equipment rentals and lessons

Monthly onsite medical and wellness

Grocery pick-up service

Discounts at Country Store

Job summary

Manning Park Resort, Inc. is seeking a full-time, year-round Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice to join our Lift Maintenance team at Manning Park, BC. You will service surface and aerial lifts, assist with daily start-up/shutdown, and help maintain resort machinery.

The role requires comfort with heights, all weather conditions, and variable hours. Staff housing is available, and apprenticeship opportunities are provided in a scenic mountain setting.

Qualifications

• Requires strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Valid BC driver’s license is required.
• Experience or willingness to train as a Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties assigned by Lift Maintenance and Operations Managers while supporting team leadership and mentoring.
• Maintain lifts in compliance with CSA Z98 standards and manufacturer guidelines.
• Monitor lift operations to ensure safe performance and respond to faults.
• Adjust, repair, or replace defective components as required.
• Maintain accurate daily records of work performed and materials used.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Education

Registered Millwright / Industrial Mechanic Apprentice or Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice

Job description

WAGE

$23 – $30+ per hour (DOE and apprenticeship year)

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time | Year-Round

LOCATION

Manning Park Resort, BC

Do you enjoy spending your time outdoors, meeting new people, and trading city life for fresh mountain air? Imagine skiing, snowboarding, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, or relaxing by a campfire after work. Manning Park Resort is a year-round resort located between Hope and Princeton, BC. If you are ready to leave the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy outdoor adventure, this is an excellent place to work. Staff housing is available, making it possible to truly live and work in the mountains.

Manning Park Resort is seeking a full-time, year-round Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice to join our Lift Maintenance team.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working on surface lifts and aerial lifts, including:

• 2019 Doppelmayr fixed-grip quad chair
• 1967 Murray Latta fixed-grip double chair

This role includes maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting lift equipment, assisting Lift Operations with daily start-up and shutdown, and maintaining resort machinery such as graders, loaders, snowcats, and snowmobiles.

You must be comfortable working at heights, in all weather conditions, and at any time of day or night, depending on operational needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform duties assignedby Lift Maintenance and Operations Managers while supporting teamleadership and mentoring.
• Maintain lifts incompliance with CSA Z98 standards and manufacturer guidelines, includinginspections, documentation, and routine maintenance.
• Monitor lift operationsto ensure safe performance, respond to faults, and account forenvironmental and weather impacts.
• Adjust, repair, orreplace defective components as required.
• Maintain accurate dailyrecords of work performed, materials used, and inventory of mechanicalparts.
• Assist with fuel andlubrication handling, ensuring proper storage and disposal in accordancewith provincial regulations.
• Support emergencyresponse, including lift evacuations, bypass procedures, and stayingcurrent on all emergency protocols.
• Identify, report, andrectify unsafe conditions.
• Ensure all staff workingaround equipment are aware of current safety procedures and hazards.
• Adhere to all safetypolicies and OH&S requirements, including reviewing posted notices andmaintaining a safe work environment for staff and guests.
• Maintain a clean,organized workspace and assist with general shop and facility upkeep.
• Top of Form
• Bottom of Form
• Otherduties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Millwright / Industrial Mechanic Apprentice or Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice
• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions and at heights
• Solid understanding of WorkSafeBC regulations
• Must supply required basic tools

ASSETS (CONSIDERED AS ADVANTAGE)

• 3 years related experience preferred
• Fallen Worker Training
• First Aid Certification
• Passenger Ropeways and Passenger Conveyors Courses (Lift 150, 151, and/or 152)
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as graders, loaders, snowcats, snowmobiles, ATVs, and 4x4 trucks
• Experience maintaining and repairing hydraulic systems
• Experience maintaining and repairing 12V and 24V electrical systems
• Ski industry experience
• Intermediate skiing or snowboarding ability

BENEFITS

• Free rent with biweekly utilities of $170 (includes water, hydro, waste, and heat)
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free seasonal activity passes
  • Winter: Alpine and Nordic
  • Summer: Boathouse access
• Free equipment rentals and lessons
• Monthly onsite medical and wellness services
• Regular grocery pick-up service
• Food and retail discounts at:
  • Country Store
  • Pinewoods Restaurant
  • Bears Den Pub
  • Daylodge