Maintenance Lead (Relocation to Northern Canada)

Maintenance Lead (Relocation to Northern Canada)

Job Type: Direct

Hours: Full Time

Travel: No

Relocation: Yes (must be willing to relocate to live and work full time in this remote community)

We have a unique opportunity for someone looking for a lifestyle change to be a Maintenance Lead in a beautiful Northern Canadian community in Nunavut.

You will ideally bring 5-10 years of experience working as a power engineer or another recognized trade in facilities or larger building maintenance. You will be mechanically inclined, skilled at troubleshooting, and able to perform repairs and routine maintenance efficiently while being solution-focused.

You will have previous leadership experience, overseeing a small team or working as a foreman, as you will be required to provide guidance and support to the maintenance team and ensure tasks are delegated and completed.

Some of your duties will include:

1. Perform routine and preventative maintenance on HVAC and boiler systems.
2. Troubleshoot and repair plumbing systems (water supply, drainage, and heating lines).
3. Conduct preventative maintenance on mechanical systems, electrical, and some structural components of the buildings.
4. Respond to emergencies and ensure top safety and compliance.
5. Conduct property inspections and provide recommendations for upgrades.
6. Perform work outside in the elements, including groundskeeping and snow removal.

Schedule is Monday through Friday, general business hours, alternating coverage with other team members for on-call duties.

Compensation range is $100K to $110K plus bonus depending on experience, and you will also receive a northern living allowance.

This is not just a new job or career; this is truly a lifestyle opportunity. You will thrive in this environment if you are used to remote camp-style work environments, have lived in smaller, isolated communities, or thrive in a minimalist style of living. You love nature and the great outdoors, and being away from the hustle and bustle is ideal.

During the winter months, there is mostly darkness, and during the summer, there is constant light.

Required Qualifications:

1. Power Engineering certification or another recognized trade ticket (Plumbing, Gasfitter, HVAC, Millwright, Electrical).
2. 5-10 years of experience working in your trade in a facilities or larger building maintenance capacity preferred.
3. Problem-solving skills and solution-focused.
4. Proven leadership capabilities having led a small team or crew.
5. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
6. Ability to deal with and communicate with tenants and various clients.
7. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (driver’s abstract required).
8. Must be flexible to accommodate emergencies or other business demands as they arise, including some potential evening and weekend work.
9. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.