Millwright/Lift Mechanic

Mt Seymour Resorts Ltd; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay accrual

RRSP plan matching

Family Seasons Passes

Clothing and tool allowance

Industry discounts and perks

OT bank up to 80 hours

Job summary

Mt Seymour Resorts Ltd is seeking a skilled Millwright/Lift Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative and emergency maintenance on chairlifts, conveyors, and passenger ropeways. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will read diagrams, follow manufacturers' guidelines, and oversee repairs and servicing to ensure safe, smooth operation.

Responsibilities include installation, inspection, and coordination with outside contractors, while maintaining records, managing inventories, and

Qualifications

• Red Seal certified or journeyman millwright certification (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years as a ticketed/credentialed Millwright with welding/electrical knowledge.
• Comfortable working at heights up to 50 feet.
• Strong English communication; able to collaborate with managers and coworkers.
• Physically capable of lifting 25 kg and performing bending/reaching tasks.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Mt Seymour's safety and service standards for lifts and equipment.
• Read diagrams and manuals to determine maintenance procedures.
• Clean, lubricate and perform routine maintenance on lifts and conveyors.
• Oversee lift maintenance, repairs, upgrades and servicing.
• Install, align, dismantle and repair lift machinery with hand/power tools.
• Inspect equipment to detect and address problems and malfunctions.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and regulations (e.g., codes).
• Coordinate with outside maintenance contractors for major repairs.
• Maintain records and manage materials, inventories and budget.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Clear verbal and written English

Physically able to lift 25 kg

Work at heights

Education

Red Seal certified or journeyman millwright certification

Tools

Welding

Electrical

Job description

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Millwright/Lift Maintenance Mechanic is a hands-on position responsible for performing all preventative and emergency maintenance on all Mt Seymour chairlifts, conveyors, and passenger rope ways.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To uphold Mt Seymour's mandate to "excite and engage everyone in mountain recreation by providing fun, safe and enriching experiences."


• To uphold and promote Mt Seymour's Core Values: Safety, Fun, Integrity, Accessibility and Environmental Stewardship.


• Read diagrams, drawings and manufacturers manuals and guidelines to determine work procedures.


• Clean, lubricate and perform routine maintenance as required.


• Oversee and prioritize all lift maintenance requirements, including repairs, upgrades and servicing as required.


• Install, align, dismantle and repair lifts machinery using hand and power tools.


• Inspect and examine lift machinery and equipment to detect and investigate problems and malfunctions.


• Adjust lift machinery to ensure smooth operation of the equipment.


• Repair and replace defective parts.


• Conduct annual summer maintenance and overhaul of all lift equipment.


• Ensure that all manufacturers’ guidelines and government regulations regarding maintenance and repair are being followed appropriately. (i.e., Z98 Code, building codes, etc.)


• Oversee outside maintenance contractors for both regular and emergency repairs.


• Ordering, shipping, and receiving materials as required.


• Maintaining records as required.


• Ensure a high standard in all finished work while balancing business costs and time efficiencies.


• Adherence to the maintenance budget and planning.


• Manage inventories as they relate to Lifts.


• Monitor and promote health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures in the workplace.


• Maintain a clean, organized and safe workplace environment.


• Assist the Mountain Operations department and other departments on-hill as required.


• Other related duties as required for the success of the mountain operations department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be Red Seal certified or hold a valid journeyman millwright certification (or equivalent combination of skills, experience and educational credentials)


• Minimum of 2 years previous experience as a ticketed/credentialed Millwright with working knowledge of other related trades including welding and electrical.


• Must be comfortable working at heights up to 50 feet.


• Strong interpersonal skills to establish positive working relationships with managers, supervisors and co-workers.


• Clear verbal and written English communication skills.


• Must be able to physically:


• oWork in all weather conditions,


• oSustain a professional working manner during emergency response,


• oAbility to Lift and carry 25kg at times.


• okneel, bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill duties.

ATTRIBUTES

• Strong organizational skills


• Detail orientated and able to work consistently to a high standard.


• Strong decision making, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills.


• Ability to coach and supervise apprentices.


• Dependable, timely and cooperative.


• The ability to work well under pressure in a high-volume environment with ability to reason and react with quick, thoughtful judgement.


• Able to follow direction and work unsupervised.


• Ability to be a supportive team member.


• Available to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full-time year-round position


• $36.60 - $45 per hour based on experience and qualifications.


• Vacation pay accrual at the rate of 6% per bi-weekly pay period to provide 15 days' vacation per anniversary year.


• 50% of employee benefit costs including medical, dental, extended health, life insurance, and long-term disability after 3 months of continuous full-time employment.


• Family Seasons Passes for Mt Seymour


• RRSP plan membership will commence after 1 year of continuous full-time employment and will be matched by the company commencing at 2% and increasing to 4% contingent on length of service.


• Five 8-hour shifts/week including some evenings and weekends during the winter operating period November-April.


• Four 10-hour shifts/week primarily Monday to Friday during the off-season (May-September).


• Clothing and tool allowance.


• Range of industry discounts and perks.


• Up to 80 hours of OT can be banked in winter season to be used in summer months.

Mt Seymour is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.