Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice

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 assigned by Lift Maintenance and Operations Managers while supporting team leadership and mentoring.
• Maintain lifts in compliance with CSA Z98 standards and manufacturer guidelines, including inspections, documentation, and routine maintenance.
• Monitor lift operations to ensure safe performance, respond to faults, and account for environmental and weather impacts.
• Adjust, repair, or replace defective components as required.
• Maintain accurate daily records of work performed, materials used, and inventory of mechanical parts.
• Assist with fuel and lubrication handling, ensuring proper storage and disposal in accordance with provincial regulations.
• Support emergency response, including lift evacuations, bypass procedures, and staying current on all emergency protocols.
• Identify, report, and rectify unsafe conditions.
• Ensure all staff working around equipment are aware of current safety procedures and hazards.
• Adhere to all safety policies and OH&S requirements, including reviewing posted notices and maintaining a safe work environment for staff and guests.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and assist with general shop and facility upkeep.
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• Other duties 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