ski lift mechanic

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Machinery installation
• Maintenance
• Service
• Repair
• Overhaul
• New construction
• Machine set-up
• Shopwork
• Troubleshooting/diagnostic

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assemble mechanical equipment
• Assemble stationary industrial machinery
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts
• Supervise other workers
• Estimate costs and materials
• Perform routine maintenance work on machinery
• Installing machinery and equipment
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment
• Commission systems and components
• Make adjustments to plant equipment and systems
• Inspect and evaluate material and equipment for compliance to standards
• Assist in the development of operation, maintenance and safety procedures
• Supervise and inspect the installation of mechanical systems
• Supervisory Experience
• Direct the maintenance and repair of an establishment's machinery, equipment and electrical and mechanical systems
• Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Electronic General Safety Orientation (EGSO)
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Trade Certification
• Construction Millwright Trade Certification
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal Endorsement
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
• Hoisting and Rigging Training
• Forklift Operator Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Field work location experience

• Offshore or at sea

Equipment and machinery experience

• Automated and robotic system
• Conveyor
• Electrical and electronic controls
• Fans and blowers
• Heat exchangers
• Hydraulic system
• Press brakes and metalworking equipment
• Pumps and compressors
• Forklift

Area of specialization

• Start-up and testing
• Shutdown operations
• Renovating and restoring
• Rigging and handling
• Troubleshooting
• Bearing, seals and packing
• Wiring

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available