Maintenance Tech KFWL/Fox Island

Pursuit Collection
US - Alaska - Seward
December 28, 2024

What perks can you expect?:

Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections.

Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends.

Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail.

Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources.

Housing accommodations available with competitive rates

Referral bonus available

What will be your daily pursuit?:

Deep down, our mission and values make us who we are as a team. This is what we strive for in all of the connections we create for our guests and for each other.

You will oversee all island maintenance including routine and emergency activities. Responsible for the safety and operability of all island facilities and systems including fresh water, septic, heating, cooking, and electrical systems. Assist with the guest service and supply management. Assist manager with safety systems and safety training on the island.

What will your compensation be?:

$21.75 per hour

When does this adventure begin?:

This role is posted for our spring/summer 2025 season!

What will you do in this job?:

This is a remote, boat-in position located in Kenai Fjords National Park. Due to this, all positions at KFWL require assisting in other departments.

Major Activities (Typical Duties/Responsibilities):

Provide excellent customer service to guests and other team members
Make sound judgments and anticipate issues and opportunities
Handle comments, complaints, and concerns with a high level of efficiency and in the best interest of the guest
Work closely with all other departments to ensure overall guest satisfaction
Ensure that guests' special needs are met
Greet arriving/departing guests in a professional and pleasant manner
Be knowledgeable of daily functions or activities occurring at the Lodge and in area to answer guests' questions
Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager, the Port Mechanic, and the Land Facilities Maintenance Technician regarding the maintenance of island facilities

While on the island be prepared to assist with employee and guest maintenance requests 24 hours a day
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot fresh water system including the provision of samples and sampling data for analysis by the Alaska DEC
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot propane systems. Conduct daily checks to assure adequate supply and safe operation of all propane applications
Maintain and troubleshoot septic systems. Assist with periodic tests and examinations by Alaska DEC personnel
Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, heating, and cooking systems including propane hot water heaters, propane stoves, wood stoves, and restroom plumbing
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical system including the generator(s), charging system, inverters, and wiring
Assist with guest care. Specific tasks include movement of guest luggage between dock and cabins, daily stocking and chopping of wood supplies, trash pick-up, day lodge and wilderness lodge supply delivery
Assist the Maintenance Manager with supply management, specifically wood, propane, repair supplies, and safety supplies
Primarily responsible for the safety and incident management programs on the island. This specifically includes coordination and execution of frequent training, equipment maintenance, and regular testing, hazard recognition and mitigation, and coordination with operations staff regarding safety issues
Arrive to work on time, ready to work, dressed in clean uniform, with a neat and clean appearance
Assist with the start-up and shut-down of facility in coordination with KFT, the Maintenance Manager, and General Manager
Participate in emergency response activities including firefighting, emergency medical activities (within an employee's training limitations), and other incidents
Other duties as assigned

What skills and experience do you need for this job?:

Required Qualifications

Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Previous experience/ training in the maintenance field
Basic understanding of food service practices and standards

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of operation and maintenance of water systems, septic systems, propane fired appliances, plumbing, electrical systems, and carpentry
Knowledge of proper food handling and preparation standards as prescribed by Alaska's DEC
Able to live in close quarters with others in a remote wilderness setting
Able to pass pre-employment and random NIDA drug screening tests
Able to communicate and work with other employees and assist the guests to the island
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as a team member, while maintaining priorities
Ability to regularly use mobility to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in harsh weather conditions for extended periods of time on a varied schedule

Physical Abilities:

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to see, hear, and verbally communicate with regular frequency
Must be able to maintain balance on uneven surfaces, and ladders, and to negotiate stairs with regular frequency
Must be able to walk, sit, and stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time
Must be able to kneel, crawl, bend and twist at the waist on an occasional basis
Must be able to reach at, above and below shoulder height with regular frequency

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

Maintenance Tech KFWL/Fox Island

Maintenance Tech KFWL/Fox Island

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