Construction 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

Job DetailsJob Location: Pinkham Notch - Gorham, NH 03581Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $24.00 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: New HampshireFounded in 1876, Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is the nation’s longest-serving conservation and recreation organization. AMC’s mission is to foster the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors. Through conservation, outdoor recreation, lodging and hospitality, education, volunteer engagement, policy advocacy, and membership, AMC works across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic to ensure that the outdoors is protected, accessible, and valued for generations to come.

The Construction Technician works with Construction staff to build, operate, maintain, repair, and improve AMC facilities. This position supports a wide variety of construction, maintenance, operational, and facility system needs across AMC's lodges, outdoor centers, high mountain huts, and remote facilities. The technician performs work ranging from routine maintenance and service response to construction projects, facility improvements, and seasonal operations while helping provide safe, reliable, and sustainable infrastructure for AMC guests and staff.

AMC recognizes that employees develop different strengths over time. Some technicians may become highly skilled in construction, carpentry, renovation, and project work, while others may develop specialized knowledge of facility systems, operations, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance. The Construction Technician position is designed to support professional growth through experience, certifications, technical competency, leadership, and demonstrated responsibility. Advancement and compensation progression are based on skill development, performance, certifications, safety practices, and contributions to the department.

What You're Doing at AMC

• 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.

QualificationsWhat AMC is Looking For

• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

What AMC Can Offer You:

Salary range:$18.00 - $24.00/hr

We are committed to fair compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

• Health Plan: Generous employer contributionswith optional vision and dental.
• Other Insurance:100% employer paid life insurance, AD&D insurance, long-term disability.
• Career Progression:The potential to have annual compensation reviews commensurate with performance and effort.
• Retirement:Voluntary 403(b) with 4% matching employer contributions and a vesting schedule.
• Paid Time Off:up to 3weeks of paid earned time and up to 11 paid company holidays.

Other Team Member Perks:

• 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
• Free Annual AMC Membership
• 10 Free nights at AMC locations
• Educational Assistance
• Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

AMC’s commitment to working at the intersection of people and the outdoors extends to our hiring process. Every application is reviewed by real people and our team does not use AI to screen candidates or replace human judgment.

As we review your resume and setup interviews, our goal is to get to know you as an individual. While AI may be a helpful preparation tool, it is important to know that our priority is to understand your unique voice, experience, and perspective. If your application includes a writing prompt, please be prepared to discuss your reasoning and approach.

AMC encourages all interested candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. If you have a passion for the outdoors and believe your skills and experiences align with this role, we welcome your application.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMCrequiresall employees who work in a program or facility that serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.