Camp Maintenance Technician (Fly in-Fly out)

Matrix Camps, Logistics and Aviation; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Camps, Logistics and Aviation is hiring a Camp Maintenance Technician for a rotational role in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut. The position demands technical skills for repairs, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a physically demanding workload, ensuring all camp facilities are maintained and safe for guests.

Benefits

Fly-in / Fly-out

3 weeks in, 3 weeks out rotation

Qualifications

• Physically demanding job requiring ability to lift 50 lbs safely.
• Previous experience in a remote camp setting is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance including repairs to heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Oversee and ensure maintenance laborer works safely and productively.
• Attend to emergency situations and ensure safety compliance in camp.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Level 1 First Aid Certification

Facilities maintenance certificate

Tools

MS Office

Satellite phone

Job description

MATRIX is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management services to a diverse range of clients in the resource and service sectors, focusing on safety, transparency and cost effectiveness. We offer excellent career advancements for all skillsets. Our primary goal is to hire local whenever possible to support the local communities where we operate.

MATRIX is a drug and alcohol-free company; with over 250 employees annually, we offer excellent career advancements for all skillsets.

MATRIX is seeking Camp Maintenance Technician on a rotational basis for a project located in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut. Due to the remote access to the job sites, resourcefulness will be a key aspect to the success of this role. You are team oriented, motivated, and have an acute eye for detail, accuracy, and excellent skill with prioritizing tasks.

This position is fully remote, in camp.

Position Duties:

• Make minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact site tradespersons for major repairs
• Oversee a maintenance labourer and ensure that position is fully engaged and working safely and productively.
• Conduct routine maintenance, like painting and drywall repair, replace lighting, shelving, door knobs etc.
• Respond to requests from residents for minor repairs in a timely fashion
• Perform daily inspections to the building systems
• Provide general assistance to skilled trades persons such as mechanics, electricians, carpenters and plumbers
• Co-ordinate the preparation of rooms to the arrival of a new residents or guests.
• Co-ordinate parking, access, and electrical shut-down with tradespeople
• Ensure that fire security equipment is working, and deal with site security staff on security and access issues
• Attend to emergency situations, such as floods or fires.
• Help ensure camp guests follow all health, fire, safety and security policies
• Communicate with guests and manage expectations when projects cause disruptions
• Small appliance repairs, installations and set up is highly desired
• Diagnosing bigger issues and knowing when to get the right people involved - plumbers, electricians etc
• Going through the dorms and doing daily, weekly, monthly quarterly PM's
• Replacing batons, door knobs, locks, cabinet and drawer handles etc
• Replacing faucets, painting, shoveling snow
  
  

Requirements

• Level 1 First Aid Certification or equivalent 2-day course - required
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Facilities maintenance certificate or equivalent, is highly desired.
• Physically demanding job. Ability to lift safely a minimum of 50 lbs is required.
• Proficient computer skills. MS Office programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, Office 365) is required.
• Management, organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude and a desire to help your team succeed
  
  

Qualifications or proficiency with the following:

• Previous experience working in a remote camp setting
• Familiar using a Satellite phone
• Trades experience a definite asset.
• Handy and adaptable
  
  

Benefits

Fly-in / Fly-out

3 weeks in, 3 weeks out Rotation.

Salary Range

$400/day - $475/day depending on skills and experience.

To apply:

If you are interested in this position, and have the skills that are required, please submit your resume online at www.matrixco.ca no later than May 22nd, 2025.

Please submit your resume, cover letter and supporting documents/certificates.

Due to the volume of applicants, only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.

Candidates will be subject to a criminal record check and pre-access drug & alcohol testing.