Gondola Lift Maintenance Electrical Technician Vernon, BC Operations Full-time Sep 11, 2026 Hourly: $40 - $43.27

Gondola Lift Maintenance Electrical Technician Okanagan Gondola | Vernon, BC Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Electrician looking for a unique prospect to work on a state-of-the-art passenger ropeway system? Okanagan Gondola is seeking a motivated and safety-focused professional to join our Operations team and support the reliable operation of our gondola's electrical, control, and safety systems.

This role is critical to ensuring the safe and uninterrupted operation of one of British Columbia's newest tourism attractions.

About the Role Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Gondola Lift Maintenance Electrical Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving all electrical and control systems associated with the gondola, terminals, towers, and supporting facilities.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Lift Maintenance team, manufacturers, and contractors to ensure system reliability, regulatory compliance, and guest safety. This position will likely begin November 1st.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on gondola electrical systems

Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair:

Motors and drives

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

PLC control systems

Safety circuits and interlocks

Sensors and monitoring devices

Low-voltage and communication networks

Emergency backup systems

Support daily start-up, shutdown, and operational testing procedures

Diagnose electrical faults and respond to equipment failures efficiently

Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals

Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, and troubleshooting documentation

Assist with regulatory inspections, annual maintenance programs, and commissioning activities

Support emergency response procedures and lift evacuations when required





Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety regulations, manufacturer requirements, and company policies

Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and performance

Qualifications Required

Red Seal Industrial Electrician or Red Seal Construction Electrician

Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience

Experience troubleshooting motors, drives, and control systems

Strong understanding of electrical schematics and technical documentation

Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Preferred Assets

Passenger ropeway, gondola, chairlift, ski lift, or amusement ride experience

Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting

Knowledge of VFD systems and industrial automation.

Experience with 24 Volt systems

Experience with SCADA or monitoring systems

Fall Protection certification

Standard First Aid certification

Lockout/Tagout/ Tryout training

What We're Looking For You are a detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in keeping critical systems operating safely and efficiently. You understand that reliability and safety are non-negotiable when transporting guests and are committed to maintaining the highest operational standards.

Working Conditions

Outdoor work in all weather conditions

Working at heights on towers and terminals

Rotating on-call responsibilities

Weekend and holiday work as required

Occasional lifting and physical work

Exposure to high-voltage and industrial electrical systems

Why Join Okanagan Gondola?

Be part of launching and operating a premier tourism destination

Work on advanced ropeway and transportation technology

Ongoing technical training and professional development

Opportunity for career growth within a growing organization

Spectacular Okanagan working environment

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