Maintenance Worker

The Alpine Club of Canada; Canmore; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit outdoor organization is seeking a Maintenance Worker to help maintain facilities and assist with construction projects. The ideal candidate should be skilled in mechanical maintenance and comfortable with outdoor work, as travel to remote locations is required. This position offers engaging work in a dynamic team environment in Canmore, Canada.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in remote/backcountry locations, including overnight stays.
• Valid driver’s license and experience with fleet vehicles.
• Skilled in facility, grounds, and mechanical system maintenance.
• Basic carpentry and construction support experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and improvement of facilities.
• Travel to remote sites to perform repairs.
• Drive vehicles and operate equipment safely.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies.

Skills

Outdoor recreation setting experience

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Physically fit

Knowledge of safe work practices

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Small to medium equipment

Job description

The ACC is a not-for-profit organization established in 1906 that has grown to include 33 backcountry huts and 25 volunteer-run sections across the country. We also organize seasonal programs, such as our annual General Mountaineering Camp, as well as Shadow Lake Lodge and our hostel in Canmore. We have a rich history in Canadian Mountaineering and a dynamic team at the office to manage our diverse portfolios.

The Alpine Club of Canada is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, colour, race, gender, ancestry, ethnic origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail] .

About the role

The Maintenance Worker helps maintain and improve the Alpine Club of Canada’s huts, lodge, and clubhouse with a focus on building construction and facility upkeep. This role assists with construction projects, carpentry, and structural repairs, while also servicing mechanical systems, waste management and supporting energy-efficient operations.

Work includes routine maintenance of facilities and grounds, operating vehicles and equipment, and ensuring safe practices in both the Canmore clubhouse and remote backcountry locations. Regular travel to hut sites is required, sometimes for multiple days and over weekends. The Maintenance Worker plays a key role in keeping facilities safe, functional, and welcoming for members and guests.

What you'll do

• Follow safe job procedures for day-to-day operations.
• Travel to remote facilities on foot, by vehicle or aircraft to repair facilities on a scheduled basis. This may include multiday stays & weekends
• Drive vehicles in the fleet and ensure personal compliance with driver's time management program, safety fitness certificate and vehicle registrations, transportation of dangerous goods.
• Execute work order requests as assigned
• Report any mechanical failures or unsafe conditions and promote safety in the workplace.
• Collect and maintain inventory control of maintenance and custodial supplies.
• Assist building custom facility furniture.
• Overall maintenance of the interior and exterior of our hut network and Canmore clubhouse hostel.
• Traveling to backcountry facilities as required for inspections and other operation's needs.
• Assist with our waste management operations (collection, barrel removal, equipment inspections and repairs)
• Ensure good staff relations are maintained and provide effective public relations with members, guests and outside agencies.
• Follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including aspects such as; working at height, working alone, working in remote locations, Transportation of dangerous goods, working with aircraft.
• Be aware of and follow emergency response procedures for both urban and remote locations, including all practice drills.
• Be accountable for the delivery of a safe work environment to ensure and protect the health and safety of those who use and deliver programs.
• Performing grounds maintenance, repairs and improvements for properties owned or operated by the ACC. Duties include operating hand tools and small electric or gas-powered tools, planting, trimming, and edging, raking leaves, brush removal, chipping and removing trash and debris
• Performing routine building maintenance and janitorial duties for ACC facilities including; sanding, painting, staining, light construction under supervision of Maintenance Supervisor
• Operating hand tools, power tools, small to medium sized equipment including Tractor, John Deere Gator and related implements in a safe and responsible manner
• Driving trucks and equipment of various sizes up to 1 ton, in the loading, hauling and unloading of equipment, material, outhouse barrels, propane and other materials
• Inspecting and performing preventative maintenance and repairs as needed;
• Completing the daily, weekly and monthly tasks checklists according to department specifications and guidelines
• Carry out other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous employment in an outdoor recreation setting
• Ability to work in remote/backcountry locations, including overnight stays.
• Valid driver’s license; experience with fleet vehicles, equipment, and TDG requirements.
• Skilled in facility, grounds, and mechanical system maintenance.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and small-to-medium equipment.
• Basic carpentry and construction support experience.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with staff and guests.
• Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor and manual work.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently or under supervision.
• Experienced in helicopter long lining considered an asset
• Knowledge of safe work practices and OH&S compliance.