Property Maintenance Technician

Property Maintenance Technician 

Churchill, MB -Permanent, full time

Who We Are

Frontiers North Adventures is a family-owned and operated business that has been specializing in adventures to Canada's north for 30+ years. Our programs are designed for guests with specific interests in experiential travel, photography, wildlife, culture, and adventure. Since day- one, we have built our business on the principal of working closely with the communities and locals within the communities we visit. It's these relationships that make the difference between a cool vacation and an amazing, authentic, and intimate adventure.

We are expanding our team with the newly created role of Property Maintenance Technician.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Garage Manager the Property Maintenance Technician is a ‘jack of all trades’ who oversees all installation, repair and maintenance operations of Frontiers North Adventures facilities in Churchill.

The position requires a solid understanding of plumbing, electrical systems and carpentry. The Property Maintenance Technician is well-versed in all maintenance practices and health and safety regulations. The goal is to ensure the company facilities are well-cared for and provide excellent support for the company’s business operations.

As the Property Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Work with the Operations Manager to establish and manage a maintenance plan and perform all electrical/plumbing/carpentry repairs and maintenance for the Frontiers North
• Adventures and Tundra Inn facilities including but not limited to the: Tundra Inn Hotel, Hostel, Pub and Restaurant, retail and administrative establishments, staff housing and the Tundra Buggy garage
• Inspect, assemble, install, test and maintain electrical/plumbing systems and components of machinery and equipment to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair, ensuring compliance with codes
• Handle any emergency situations including, but not limited to, snow removal and frozen pipes
• Clearly report details of work completion based on the maintenance plan
• Provide suggestions on project improvements
• Participate in training sessions to keep up to date of equipment on site
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Frontiers North Adventures and Tundra Inn teams
• Contribute to maintaining a positive, safe and healthy work environment with the full support, cooperation and commitment to satisfy our operation's goal of being accident-free
• Comply with federal and provincial acts and regulations, and legal requirements
• Adhere to all relevant corporate policies and procedures

You bring:

• Previous experience in trades such as plumbing, electrical and carpentry
• Experience in maintenance operations
• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems
• Working knowledge of facilities and equipment management
• Strength in working in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to work independently
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative team player
• Valid Driver’s License

Work Conditions:

• Ability to work in extreme remote and cold conditions
• Ability to work with limited onsite supervision
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs, climb ladders, work in crawl spaces and excel in a physically demanding role
• Flexibility to work on call and over-time as required

If you want to work for a company that affects and inspires positive change in the lives of their guests, employees, and the environment and communities in which they operate, please email your resume and salary expectations to [email protected]