Apprentice ski lift service millwright

Introduction

With innovative ropeways, the Doppelmayr teams set world records, create eye-catching highlights and generate enthusiasm among customers and passengers. We develop mobility solutions for the future and high-performance material transport systems for use all over the world. This is made possible by our employees, who implement our unique projects and continue to generate enthusiasm with innovative ideas.

Based out of our Kelowna, BC office, you’ll travel throughout Western Canada (our clients are mostly ski resorts located all over the Canadian Rockies).

What we offer

• Skill-based hourly wage with paid overtime and daily live-out allowances.
• A stable, year-round permanent position.
• Comprehensive benefits and insurance (55% employer-covered).
• Career advancement opportunities in a globally expanding company.
• A relaxed, respectful work environment.
• Exciting, hands-on projects with real impact.
• Join a world-class team of skilled tradespeople.
• And much more!

Your tasks

As an Apprentice Ski Lift Service Technician, you’ll be a key player in delivering maintenance, inspections and repairs of mechanical systems at customer sites—primarily ski resorts. You’ll rotate through emergency response duties with your team, generate technical reports and serve as a trusted partner to our clients.

Job summary

Mechanical maintenance and service

• Carry out inspections, maintenance and repairs on installations in accordance with current standards.
• Identify, document and correct anomalies detected during inspections.

Customer support and emergency management

• Respond to customer emergency calls and intervene promptly to solve mechanical problems.

Technical services agreements and follow-up

• Conduct technical research into specific requests (non-standard modifications, technical innovations, etc.).
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers or site supervisors during customer interventions.

Quality assurance and after-sales follow-up

• Perform inspection service to ensure conformity of installations.
• Participate in the management of deficiencies and post-delivery warranties.
• Contribute to various customer service programs by providing appropriate technical assistance.

Reporting and compliance

• Write and archive intervention reports, while keeping customer requests up to date.

Your profile

• Accredited certificate for an industrial training institute.
• 1 year of experience in a similar position.
• Intermediate written and spoken English.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings
• Progress toward Red Seal certification in industrial mechanic (millwright), an asset.
• Technical skills in electromechanics and hydraulics, an asset.
• Ability to quickly diagnose and solve complex mechanical problems on site, including in emergency situations.
• Ability to accurately document interventions, anomalies and actions taken, with clear and structured reports.
• Ability to prioritize emergencies and plan interventions according to customer needs, while optimizing travel time.
• Focus on customer satisfaction with a proactive approach to solving problems and meeting needs.
• Ability to work independently in the field.
• Attention to detail and respect for safety and quality standards in all interventions.
• Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances, whether emergencies, changing working conditions or technical adjustments.
• Although often alone in the field, ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other team members to share information or feedback.
• Physically fit to lift loads of up to 35kg.
• Valid and unrestricted driving license.
• Valid and unrestricted passport.
• Interest in working outdoors and at heights.
• Willingness to travel, sometimes over several consecutive days.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends and as needed.
• Available for weekend work on occasion and/or as needed.
• Willingness to take short business trips within North America on very rare occasions.

Wage : 32$/h to 40$/h

The job title posted may be different from the one indicated internally to make it easier to find a job with a title used in the market.

Keywords: ropeway, cable transport, mechanical trainee, field technician apprentice, mechanical fitter

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Benefits

• Casual dresscode
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health insurance
• Free Parking Lot
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

You want to move further?

Then apply directly to us!

Questions? Our recruiting team is happy to help you!

MarcAntoine
Conseiller ressources humaines / Human Resources Advisor
Tel: +1 450 432 1128 0

Doppelmayr Canada Ltd.
567 Adams Road
Kelowna BC V1X 7R9
Canada