Maintenance Attendant (Summer 2025)

Spend your days surrounded by the beauty of Lake Simcoe. With opportunities across the Resort in both guest facing and behind the scenes roles, we have something for everyone.

Some of our guest facing opportunities include working on the Food and Beverage or Recreation and Leisure teams. Our Guest Services and Shuttle teams, or the FH Fine Food and Starbucks teams are also great opportunities to be in guest facing roles. During the summer months you could join the Marina or the Nest Golf Club.

If you are looking for a job that ensures the fundamental operations of our Resort run smoothly and typically work away from guests, our Culinary, Security, Maintenance, Landscaping, and Housekeeping teams would be a great fit for you.

Working at Friday Harbour is unlike anywhere else. Be a part of the action, contributing to this one-of-a-kind Resort.

Colleague Perks
- Complimentary golf (friends and family rates for your Guests)
- Complimentary use of recreational equipment (canoeing, kayaking, Fat Bikes, snowshoes, skates, etc.)
-  Discounts at Friday Harbour retailers and restaurants
- Group medical and dental benefit coverage*
- Company matched pension plan and optional savings plans*
- Employee Assistance Program and free Headspace membership
- Exclusive Friday Harbour corporate partner discounts
- Training and development opportunities
- Colleague events and appreciation activities
 
 * Privileges are subject to review and change.

Role Summary

The Maintenance Attendant is responsible for performing general building and property maintenance. They will maintain HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems and equipment. This role is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility property and equipment according to safety and preventative maintenance systems and processes. This role is also responsible for multi-skilled maintenance service on all operational equipment and facilities infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain facilities and equipment
• Provide emergency or unscheduled repairs to facilities and equipment
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance and service
• Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report to leaders
• Involved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations, or updates to current systems
• Update project information and maintain project files
• Organize drawings and prepare drawing packages to support project activity
• Set priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work
• Prepare, paint and decorate interior and exterior surfaces as required
• Perform minor construction work, including but not limited to dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry work and pouring concrete
• Troubleshoot, repair, install and maintain various electrical components, appliances, and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program, and departmental procedures
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance checks of all electrical alarms
• Troubleshoot, install and repair plumbing fixtures, piping and related equipment
• Perform necessary work to open clogged sewer lines
• Maintain an adequate supply of hot water at the correct temperature
• Perform mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, including circulating pumps, air handling systems and refrigeration
• Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and adjust accordingly
• Operate light automotive or power equipment, work with tools, ladders and maintenance supplies as directed
• Run errands, pick up and deliver supplies, equipment, and materials as needed
• Report accidents, vandalism, thefts, and unsafe conditions
• Complete all daily maintenance requests and report any unfinished work to leader
• Inspect all equipment for proper functioning on a regular basis
• Support facility maintenance inspection processes and forward feedback to leader
• Completion of homeowner requested upgrades or repairs
• Operation of elevated work platforms and forklifts
• Must wear protective safety equipment, including steel toed boots, belted pants, and proper identification
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2-4 years’ experience in a maintenance or general labour position
• Formal maintenance training or trade certification an asset
• Knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools, and techniques of standard building trades
• Knowledge of applicable safety precaution
• Ability to use common hand tools, operate machinery and equipment
• Must be computer literate. Preferred candidate will have previous experience property maintenance software, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, and pulling
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces
• May encounter obnoxious smells
• Will encounter hazardous materials, dangerous or toxic substances and chemicals
• May encounter excessive noise from equipment
• Work in indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year
• Work environment is near water

Join our team and make every day feel like Friday. 

*All candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Friday Harbour is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization. 

*Friday Harbour is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Friday Harbour is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation requests.