Millwright Apprentice

Wage: $23 - $30+ DOE and apprenticeship year

Do you love exploring and playing outdoors, making new friends, hanging around the campfire, canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snowboarding, skiing, and snowshoeing? Well, we have that, and more. 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 fun and adventure, this is a great place to work. Staff housing is available, so your dream of living in the mountains is part of your adventure at Manning Park Resort.

Manning Park Resort is seeking a full-time, year-round Millwright apprentice. The candidate will be comfortable working on surface lifts and aerial lifts such as a 2019 Dopplemayr fixed grip quad chair and a 1967 Murray Latta fixed grip double chair. You will maintain, repair, and troubleshoot the lift equipment; assist lift operations with the start-up and shutdown of the lifts daily; and maintain, repair, and troubleshoot graders, loaders, snowcat equipment, and snowmobiles. They also will be required to read diagrams and manufacturers’ manuals, fit bearings, rebuild sheave trains, service grips, and perform other mechanical procedures requiring specialized training. You must be comfortable working at great heights, in all weather conditions, at any time of the day or night.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to)

• 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 / Qualifications:

· Must be a Millwright/Industrial Mechanic apprentice.

· Strong communication skills; self-motivated, dependable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

· Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required.

· Ability to work safely in all weather conditions and at heights.

· Solid working knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations.

· Must supply required basic tools.

· The following skills/training are assets for this position

o Fallen worker training

o First aid certification

o Completion of Passenger Ropeways and Passenger Conveyors CoursesLift 150, 151 &/or 152.

o Experience with welding and fabrication.

o Experience operating heavy equipment (graders, loaders, snowcats, snowmobiles, ATVs, and 4×4 trucks).

o Experience maintaining and repairing hydraulic systems.

o Experience maintaining and repairing 12V and 24V systems.

o Experience working in the ski industry.

o Intermediate skiing or snowboarding ability.

· Candidates with a minimum of 3 years’ experience are preferred.

This is a year-round position with a minimum commitment of 1 Year.

Benefits:

· Free Rent - Biweekly Utilities of $170 (Including water, hydro, waste & heat)

· Free Wi-Fi

· Free Seasonal Activities Pass (Alpine & Nordic in Winter, Boathouse in Summer)

· Free Rentals & Lessons (Alpine & Nordic in Winter, Boathouse in Summer)

· Regular Grocery Pick Up Service

· Food & Retail Discounts in our Country Store, Pinewoods Restaurant, Bears Den Pub & Daylodge