Camp Facilities Maintenance Lead
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Matrix seeking a Remote Camp Facilities Maintenance Lead to support remote mining, exploration, and industrial camps across Canada, including northern and Arctic locations accessed by winter ice roads.
The successful candidate will have experience working in remote camps, supporting site operations, and leading maintenance and hands-on fieldwork safely and efficiently. This role requires strong mechanical and facilities aptitude, the ability to lead by example, and the flexibility to support the business during seasonal peak operating periods.
Canadian remote camp conditions can include extreme cold, heavy snowfall, high winds, limited daylight, permafrost, isolated terrain, and challenging access.
Camp Maintenance Operations (Daily/Ongoing)
The successful candidate will have experience working in remote camps, supporting site operations, and leading maintenance and hands-on fieldwork safely and efficiently. This role requires strong mechanical and facilities aptitude, the ability to lead by example, and the flexibility to support the business during seasonal peak operating periods.
Canadian remote camp conditions can include extreme cold, heavy snowfall, high winds, limited daylight, permafrost, isolated terrain, and challenging access.
Camp Maintenance Operations (Daily/Ongoing)
- Coordinate and/or complete camp cleaning, general labour, and loading/unloading support as required to keep camp operations running smoothly
- Maintain camp buildings, accommodations, common areas, storage facilities, and surrounding work areas
- Assist with winter access maintenance, snow clearing, ice management, and seasonal camp preparation as required
- Maintain, install, and troubleshoot generators, plumbing and water systems, electrical components, pumps, and general site infrastructure
- Provide basic HVAC, heating, ventilation, and freeze-protection support as applicable
- Assist with water treatment, wastewater systems, fuel storage, and other essential camp utilities within the scope of training and qualifications
- Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and equipment checks
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, and service documentation
- Identify hazards, report deficiencies, and coordinate repairs before issues affect camp operations
- Basic knowledge in Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing & Mechanical
- PAL license (for wildlife monitoring)
- Valid Driver's License
- Proficient computer skills. MS Office programs (Word, Outlook)
- Management, organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Level 1 First Aid Certification or equivalent 2-day course
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- Previous experience working in a remote camp setting
- Previous experience working with Diesel Generators, off-road vehicles and chainsaws
- Familiar using a Satellite phone
- Previous heli-slinging experience an asset
- Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts performing physically demanding tasks
- Tasks may include hand shovelling, snow clearing, brushing, fencing and repairs, fueling support, carpentry, equipment handling, and general camp maintenance
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in cold weather and other challenging environmental conditions
- Ability to walk and work safely on uneven, snowy, icy, muddy, or slippery terrain
- Ability to use required PPE and follow cold-weather work/rest procedures
- Ability to remain alert and follow established safety procedures while working in isolated environments
More about this job
Responsibilities
Maintain camp buildings, accommodations, utilities, equipment, and surrounding areas, including supporting seasonal preparation and winter access. Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance, document work, identify hazards, and coordinate repairs while supporting daily camp operations safely.
Requirements
Candidates need basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical knowledge, a valid driver's license, computer proficiency, and Level 1 First Aid or equivalent. The role also calls for remote camp experience, familiarity with diesel generators and off-road equipment, strong communication and organizational abilities, and the physical capacity to work demanding 12-hour shifts in challenging outdoor conditions.
Skills
- Facilities Maintenance
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Carpentry
- Electrical Systems
- Plumbing
- Generator Maintenance
- Water Systems
- HVAC
- Preventative Maintenance
- Equipment Inspections
- Snow Clearing
- Remote Camp Operations
- Safety Procedures
- Problem-Solving
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid
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Categories
- Trades
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
- Energy
Keywords
- Remote Mining Camps
- Exploration Camps
- Industrial Camps
- Camp Facilities Maintenance
- Carpentry
- Electrical Components
- Plumbing
- Mechanical Systems
- Diesel Generators
- Pumps
- HVAC
- Heating And Ventilation
- Freeze Protection
- Water Treatment
- Wastewater Systems
- Fuel Storage
- Preventative Maintenance
- Maintenance Logs
- Winter Access Maintenance
- Snow Clearing
- Ice Management
- Permafrost
- Winter Ice Roads
- Off-Road Vehicles
- Chainsaws
- Satellite Phone
- PAL License
- First Aid
- Microsoft Word