Millwright Apprentice, Lift Maintenance

• Company: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Conference Centre
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Level: Other
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Address: 3240 Village Way, Sun Peaks, British Columbia V0E 5N0
• Job Status: Permanent
• Positions Available: 1

Role Proposition: Do you enjoy heights and working outdoors? Does biking, hiking, and golfing on your days off sound attractive? We are recruiting a Millwright Apprentice to assist in executing all Lift Maintenance functions as directed for Sun Peaks Resort.  Working in a mountain environment, you will ensure all lifts are maintained according to current Z-98 code requirements and the manufacturer’s recommendations. This is an excellent opportunity to further your Millwright career while working alongside skilled tradespeople. If this sounds like the ideal work environment, fill out an application to work, live and play where you belong.

Accountabilities:

• Assist in ensuring all lifts are maintained according to current Z-98 code requirements and manufacturer’s recommendations
• Responds to and follow-up on lift-related mechanical issues, emergency, and evacuation situations
• Keep a good record of work performed and ensure it is recorded as required
• Help develop existing record-keeping systems
• Assist in all emergency response situations, i.e., search and rescue, firefighting
• Report and rectify any unsafe situations
• Keep a clean, organized, safe work environment
• Ensure adherence to all SPRLLP policies and agreements as outlined in the current Employee Handbook
• To perform all duties assigned by the Lift Maintenance Manager or Lead Hand

Ideal Candidate:

·        First or second-year Millwright Apprentice (0 - 24 months)

·        Must meet educational pre-requisites for Millwright Apprentice training

·        Strong mechanical background

·        Minimum age 18 years or older

·        Valid BC Class 5 driver's license

·        Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft office

·        Good communication skills with the ability to work well with others

·        Willing and able to work in all weather conditions

·        In good physical condition

·        Good working knowledge of the current WCB regulations as they pertain to lift maintenance

•        Able to maintain calm and respectful when in high-pressure situations

·        Able to work at heights

·        Able to operate Passenger ropeways in a safe and responsible manner

·        Able to operate snowmobiles, ATVs and 4x4 trucks in a safe and responsible manner

·        Strong desire to develop a career in the ski industry

A sneak peek into some of the perks and benefits our Full-Time employees enjoy:

·        Full access Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes

·        3 weeks of paid vacation

·        Dining discounts within our hotel & resort outlets

·        Benefits plan and additional wellness components, including Health Spending Account and EFAP

·        Eligibility for our ‘Pay for Performance’ incentive bonus program (after the qualifying period), awarded to our top performers

·        Participation in the RRSP and matching DPSP programs

·        Retail discounts in Resort owned outlets

·        Reciprocal programs with partnering hotels

·        Friends and family hotel rates

·        Continued professional growth and development opportunities

Post Date: June 16, 2022