Camp Maintenance Worker

Camp Maintenance supports daily camp operations by performing facility maintenance, basic repairs, construction tasks, waste handling, fueling, and general upkeep to ensure a safe, functional remote camp environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Safety

• Exercise stop-work authority when necessary
• Complete Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments for each job
• Participate in daily tool box meetings and weekly safety meetings
• Work with coworkers to identify hazards in daily tasks
• Follow site safety procedures when performing tasks
• Adhere to the company's hazardous communications program for on-site hazardous chemicals

Maintenance

• Work cooperatively and productively with the maintenance team
• Prepare cargo for safe transport via plane
• Ensure the camp facilities are in good state of repair by performing basic repairs and maintenance
• Segregate garbage and incinerate or place in landfill as needed throughout the day
• Fuel vehicles, generators, heaters and other equipment utilizing company procedures
• Complete daily inspections, maintenance and fuel logs
• Assist with the care and maintenance of wastewater system
• Transport passengers to and from their work areas, if necessary
• Ensure tools and equipment are in good operating order
• Perform other duties as assigned

Construction

• Set up tents bases and frames
• Assist with carpentry projects, such as building stairs and railings

Communication

• Report all safety, environmental and security incidents to site management immediately

QUALFICATIONS

Level 1 - most duties and tasks are performed under supervision

Education and Training

• Wastewater Operator Level 1 is an asset
• Valid driver license preferred, but not required

Experience

• Experience and training in carpentry and plumbing an asset
• Previous camp or facilities maintenance experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair techniques and proper use of tools
• Knowledge of operating incinerators is an asset

Level 2

Education and Training

• Wastewater Operator Level 1 is an asset
• Valid driver license preferred
• Experience and training in carpentry or plumbing required

Experience

• At least one season of previous camp or facilities maintenance experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Proficient in basic maintenance and repair techniques and proper use of tools
• Experience operating incinerators is an asset

Level 3 - Enhanced duties and responsibilities, including performing inspections and weekly reporting

Education and Training

• Wastewater Operator Level 1 is strongly preferred
• Valid driver license required
• Experience and training (certification or diploma) in carpentry or plumbing required

Experience

• 3-5 seasons of previous camp or facilities maintenance experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Proficient in basic maintenance and repair techniques and proper use of tools
• Experience operating incinerators is an asset

All levels

• Ability to work safely and follow company safety procedures and policies
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions effectively and in a timely manner
• Ability to read and interpret labels, instruction manuals and Safety Data Sheets as well as to record daily notes and shared logs
• Ability to perform heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to work for long periods in a remote location with exposure to inclement weather including snow, rain, wind as well as extremely warm or cold conditions.

This is a seasonal position, expected to work April to October, with a rotational schedule.