Posted 6 days ago
Heavy Duty Mechanic - Apprentice (Year 1)
@ Sun Peaks Resort LLP
Sun Peaks, British Columbia
Overview
Sun Peaks Resort LLP is hiring a first-year Apprentice Heavy-Duty Mechanic for golf course and on-mountain mobile equipment. The work covers repair and maintenance of equipment, hydraulics and electrical systems, and sharpening reel-to-bed knife mowers. Pay is $24.61 per hour, with a heavy physical requirement, lifting up to 35 kg, and in-person work.
Pay:
$24.61 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and repair golf course and on-mountain mobile equipment
- Grind and sharpen reels, bed knives and rotary blades
- Maintain work orders and maintenance records
- Keep a clean, organized and safe work environment
Requirements summary:
- Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence
- Interest in hydraulics, electrical and equipment repair
- Prior mobile equipment experience is an asset
- Self-motivated, works independently in all weather
- Working knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-31
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-01
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Warehouse |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 77 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | WorkSafeBC |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training |
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Sun Peaks Resort LLP
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Work, live, and play at Canada's second largest destination resort!
Full company description
Sun Peaks Resort is a premier four-season destination located in the stunning interior of British Columbia. As Canada’s second-largest destination resort, we’re home to 4,400 acres of skiable terrain, 144 trails, and 895m vertical drop, and a 10-acre terrain park, offering endless opportunities for winter adventure. When the snow melts, the mountain transforms into a summer playground. Guests can explore 22 hiking trails, ride over 84 km of Bike Park trails with 595m of lift-accessed vertical, and golf at Canada’s highest elevation 18-hole course. Our Values Here Together - People are at the heart of what we do. We collaborate to create outcomes that benefit all. Whoever you are and wherever you come from, this is a special place where you belong. United by Passion - Our passion and knowledge sets us apart as we create unforgettable experiences for our guests. We want everyone who comes here to return home with memories that last a lifetime. Committed to Care - Whether you're a guest or a team member, wellness is a way of life. Our commitment to safety and well-being means everyone gets to make the most of their time here. Being Better – Creating an enriching environment where guests can try new activities and have unique experiences. For our team members, providing opportunities to learn, grow and find a balance between meaningful work and play. Doing What’s Right – To embrace our environmental stewardship and sustainability in our daily practices to ensure we pass along this privilege for generations to come. Why Join Us? Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a positive impact on our guests and our workplace every single day. This is why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and deliver our values. Our commitment to our people has earned us Great Place to Work® Certification for 2025, and we couldn’t be prouder of this recognition that is a result of direct employee feedback.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,436
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 249
- Reported office locations
- 1280 Alpine Rd, Sun Peaks, British Columbia V0E5N0, CA
- Other recorded names
- Sun Peaks Resort
- Specialties
- skiing
- snowboarding
- mountain biking
- hiking
- golfing
- nordic skiing
- snowshoeing
- winter
- summer
- Dog Sled Tours
- Skating
- Snowmobile
- Snowbiking
- tube park
- family
- destination resort
- dining
- shopping
- and lifestyle
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Sun Peaks Resort is a premier four-season destination located in the stunning interior of British Columbia. As Canada’s second-largest destination resort, we’re home to 4,400 acres of skiable terrain, 144 trails, and 895m vertical drop, and a 10-acre terrain park, offering endless opportunities for winter adventure. When the snow melts, the mountain transforms into a summer playground. Guests can explore 22 hiking…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Recreational Facilities |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Sun Peaks, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Self-Owned |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Specialties | skiingsnowboardingmountain bikinghikinggolfingnordic skiingsnowshoeingwintersummerDog Sled Tours |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
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Are you planning a career in Heavy Duty Mechanics? Does working on a wide range of mobile equipment appeal to you? Are you interested in the golf, ski and resort industry and have the technical skill required to be a Heavy-Duty Mechanic? Sun Peaks Resort Golf Course is now accepting applications for an Apprentice Heavy-Duty Mechanic. You will learn all aspects of repairing and maintaining many types of equipment and how to sharpen and set up reel-to-bed knife mowers. You will work in a fully supplied shop focusing on health, safety and the environment. You will work in a team environment to provide a high-quality manicured golf course, landscape, trail network and cross-trained to assist on the ski hill when required.
The Sun Peaks Golf Course and Village Landscape culture encourages individual initiative combined with a collaborative approach to delivering our guests' finest mountain resort experience. We value innovation and development that contribute to business success and personal growth. We also know you have a life outside of work and encourage work-life balance, including reaping the benefits of living in a resort and the mountain’s summer and winter activities.
If this sounds like the ideal work environment, fill out an application to work, live and play where you belong.
Compensation Information: $24.61 per hour
Physical Requirement: Heavy; work activities involve handling loads up to 35kg; both indoor and outdoor setting.
This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.
The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy:
- Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes.
- Initial entitlement to three weeks of paid vacation.
- Benefits plan and additional wellness components, including Health Spending Account and EFAP.
- Participation in our RRSP and matching DPSP programs.
- Company supported training and professional development opportunities.
- Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets.
- Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets.
- Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel.
- Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas, golf courses & hotels.
Skills you bring with you:
- Interested in equipment repairs and maintenance with a focus on hydraulics, electrical and quality of cut
- Previous experience with mobile equipment is an asset
- Valid BC Class 5 driver's license
- Self-motivated, mature, requires minimum supervision, and works well with others; able to lead by example; willing and able to work outdoors and in all weather conditions
- Individual will bring their own toolset
- Ability to operate mobile equipment
- Good communication skills
- Ability to think quickly and follow all safety procedures
- Working knowledge of current WorkSafeBC regulations
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintenance and repair of Golf Course and On-Mountain mobile equipment, golf carts, powered tools and attachments
- Grinding and sharpening of reels, bed knives, and rotary blades
- Maintain work orders and maintenance records as directed
- Keep a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Dependable, timely and co-operative
- Adhere to all Sun Peaks Resort LLP policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Attend SPRLLP sponsored training session
- Extend the highest degree of courtesy and respect in all dealings with SPRLLP management, staff, co-workers, and guests at all times
- Maintenance of other equipment according to skills
- Maintain positive attitude and provide excellent customer service to all departments
- Perform all duties assigned by the Head Mechanic & Golf Course Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent
Why join us?
We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests.
Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values.
No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.
Apply Now (copy & paste the link into a new browser): https://sunpeaks.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/17cbe276-80f2-f4b1-fce7-52cd6fbe303f/apply?source=3854384-CS-58771
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