If you are an experienced Millwright, who loves working with your hands, leading a excellent team, and keeping the mountain moving, this opportunity is for you Join the Cypress Mountain Operations Team as the Lift Maintenance Manager and play a key role in keeping our lifts operating safely, reliably, and efficiently.

As a hands-on leader, you’ll oversee all aspects of the Lift Maintenance Department, including installation, preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and the ongoing reliability of the lift systems. You’ll lead and develop a talented team of Millwrights and Apprentices, champion best practices, minimize downtime, and ensure all work meets Boyne Resorts policies, government regulations, and operational standards while remaining efficient and cost-effective.

Collaboration is key. You’ll work closely with department leaders across Cypress Mountain, building strong relationships and open communication to support smooth daily operations and an exceptional guest experience. You’ll also serve as the primary contact with Technical Safety BC (TSBC), ensuring all lifts meet regulatory requirements and maintain the necessary operating certifications.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to the following)

Support and manage the Lift Maintenance team including recruiting, hiring, onboarding and training.

Lead and coordinate the Lift Maintenance team in the performance of the daily duties.

Timely completion of documentation e.g. maintenance logs, government documentation, team member training, and PM records.

Assist in the development of maintenance budget by providing input relative to policy, costs and established metrics.

Maintenance planning,



execution and supervision of the preventative maintenance program for the lift system including timely submissions to the AHJ’s for all required documentation.

Track equipment usage and maintain accurate inventory of equipment.

Analyze maintenance costs and provide recommendations on equipment utilization and replacement.

Ensure the maintenance records for equipment are accurate and up-to-date.

Complete performance reviews of the team and jointly determine areas of development including training requirements and then successful completion of programs.

Communicate maintenance requirements to ensure maximum efficiency and implement correction actions as required.

Prepare management reporting as required.

Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Embrace and demonstrate the company’s core values in every interaction:

K.R.P. – Kindness, Respect, and Professionalism.

L.E.A.D.S. – Long-Term Thinking, Excellence in Execution, Attitude is Everything, Develop Great People and Serve First.

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent interpersonal, teambuilding and oral/written communication skills in English.

Well organized, punctual, hardworking, self‑motivated and outgoing.





The ability to actively engage in meetings and provide updates.

Advanced knowledge and diagnostic skills on all lift mechanical system including hydraulics and understanding the control system of the lift system.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of the CSA-Z98 code.

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and code specifications.

Skilled in testing/troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems.

Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and code specifications.

Test/troubleshoot and all mechanical, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems on the lifts/rides

Work in conjunction with the lift operations team in operations and maintenance of the Lift system.

Comfortable working at heights and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50lbs.

Availability to work shift work, including weekends and holidays when in operation (winter & summer).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Interprovincial Qualified Millwright – Red Seal, 5 years lift mechanic experience required.

Completed Lift 150, 151, 152, 153.

3 years of supervisory experience.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).

Electrical, welding and hydraulic experience preferred.

Must be able to legally work in Canada.

Driver’s license and reliable transportation with winter tires, to get to/from the mountain.

Any applicable safety training is an asset (i.e. WHMIS, Fall protection).

WAGE/BENEFITS:

Wage: $115,000 annually.

Annua

📌 Lift Maintenance Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 CWSAA
📍 Winnipeg