Backcountry Facilities Technician

Appalachian Mountain Club; Gorham (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement with 4% match

Paid time off

Job summary

Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is seeking a Construction Technician at Pinkham Notch, Gorham, NH. The role supports maintenance, repair, and improvement of AMC facilities, including seasonal openings and backcountry operations, with opportunities to work on carpentry, systems, and project tasks.

The position emphasizes safety, learning, and professional growth, and requires the ability to travel to remote AMC facilities and lift up to 50 pounds of tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain DOT Medical Card.
• Experience in construction, maintenance, facility operations, or a skilled trade preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, tools, materials, and safe work practices.
• Ability to learn and troubleshoot facility systems including water, wastewater, propane, electrical, and life-safety systems.
• Ability to travel and work at remote AMC facilities for extended periods when required.
• Ability to safely hike and work in backcountry environments while carrying up to 50 pounds of tools and equipment.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and digital work-order systems.
• Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Support the maintenance, operation, repair, and improvement of AMC facilities.
• Respond to facility service requests and assist with troubleshooting building systems.
• Perform construction, renovation, maintenance, and repair projects across AMC properties.
• Perform carpentry and trade-related work including framing, finish work, repairs, and general construction tasks.
• Participate in seasonal facility opening and closing activities.
• Support on-call facility response, snow removal operations, and other operational needs as assigned.
• Assist with helicopter lift work and/or ski trail grooming operation when trained and assigned.
• Work safely in remote and backcountry environments while supporting AMC facilities and infrastructure.
• Utilize Microsoft applications and CMMS software to manage work orders, document work, and communicate project updates.
• Pursue professional development, certifications, and technical training while supporting a safe and collaborative work environment.
• Supports additional projects and responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT Medical Card

Construction experience

Facility systems knowledge

Computer proficiency

Teamwork and communication

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is seeking a Construction Technician at Pinkham Notch, Gorham, NH. The role supports maintenance, repair, and improvement of AMC facilities, including seasonal openings and backcountry operations, with opportunities to work on carpentry, systems, and project tasks.

The position emphasizes safety, learning, and professional growth, and requires the ability to travel to remote AMC facilities and lift up to 50 pounds of tools.