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Maintenance Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Fairbanks, AK - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 24 - 24
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
8 September 2026 (21 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
6 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
About Borealis Basecamp
Borealis Basecamp is a northern lights-focused adventure resort in Fairbanks AK. We provide a unique experience with sky-view igloos for viewing the aurora from the comfort of your bed.
Borealis Basecamp is part of Stellar Collection a group of leading travel and tourism companies in Alaska. All brands under Stellar Collection share a purpose of creating lifelong memories. We are driven by a passion for sharing the wonder of Alaska with our guests and delivering outstanding customer experiences. We look for opportunities to exceed expectations and provide our guests with memories that they will tell their friends and family about and remember for the rest of their lives.
Position Details
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Borealis Basecamp Fairbanks AK
Department: Facilities Maintenance
Reports To: Facilities Manager
Employment Type: Full-time Year-Round
Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining repairing and improving facilities equipment grounds and infrastructure across Borealis Basecamp. This role supports guest accommodations staff housing grounds/roads/pathways and operational buildings to ensure a safe functional and high-quality environment.
Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills exercising good judgement attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as a team in a dynamic and often extreme environment.
All team members at Borealis Basecamp are expected to maintain a team-first mindset assist across departments when needed and interact professionally with guests and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Receive manage and complete work orders using property maintenance software
Troubleshoot and repair plumbing electrical heating and carpentry issues
Perform maintenance across guest accommodations staff housing and operational buildings
Participate in rotating on-call shifts for weekend/after-hours emergency maintenance needs
Conduct snow maintenance including clearing decks roofs walkways and assisting with vehicle or access issues
Fill propane canisters and monitor fuel systems
Measure and log fuel levels for diesel gasoline and propane systems
Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment
Follow all safety procedures and guidelines established by the Facilities Manager
Support additional operational needs and perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
General maintenance experience in one or more trades (plumbing electrical carpentry or HVAC)
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and facility issues independently
Valid drivers license and ability to operate maintenance vehicles and equipment
Willingness to work flexible schedules including on-call shifts
Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with team members
Preferred Skills
Experience in carpentry plumbing or electrical work
Snow removal and winter property maintenance experience
Experience operating equipment such as skid steers and snowplows
Familiarity with maintenance tracking software systems
Experience working in remote or cold-weather environments
Ability to obtain for-hire commercial insurance (clean driving record and >26 yrs old)
Physical Demands
Ability to navigate uneven terrain often in low-light conditions
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including Arctic cold
Ability to lift carry and position up to 50 lbs
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including climbing lifting and prolonged standing
Ability to safely operate tools machinery and maintenance equipment
Compensation & Benefits
End-of-Season Bonus
A $1.50 per hour bonus is paid for every hour worked throughout the season to employees who complete the full season. Employees who leave prior to April 12 are not eligible for this bonus.
Employee Housing
On-site housing is available for $10.50 per day. Rooms are double or triple occupancy. Amenities include shared common areas with TV Wi-Fi dining space and an exercise area.
Housing also includes private bathrooms laundry facilities staff-prepared lunch and dinner and a self-serve continental breakfast (oatmeal cereal fruit etc.).
Preferred Skillset Structural Carpentry Focus
While this is a generalist Maintenance Technician role we are particularly interested in candidates with experience in structural carpentry. This includes work such as building stabilization jacking and leveling structures evaluating and repairing foundations or support systems and performing structural repairs in challenging environments including structures impacted by differential settlement frost heave or shifting ground conditions.
Candidates with this background are strongly encouraged to apply as these skills are highly valuable to our current and upcoming projects. If you have this experience please be sure to highlight it clearly in your resume or application including specific projects or types of work youve completed.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Borealis Basecamp is committed to maintaining a safe and professional work environment. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by a third-party provider.
Employees may be subject to drug testing conducted by a third-party provider including pre-employment random reasonable suspicion and post-incident testing in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
Compensation: $24.00 per hour
Welcome to Borealis Basecamp the ultimate adventure workplace! Located outside Fairbanks Alaska we are anything but a typical resort. Our domed igloos and cube-shaped accommodations give guests an unforgettable front-row seat to the Northern Lights and we need fun energetic and dedicated people to help make that magic happen.
Every day is different. You could be helping guests gear up for a thrilling dog sled ride or snowmobile tour sharing your love of the aurora or helping someone capture the perfect photo. Reindeer walks and amazing excursions are just the beginning. Every activity is a chance to create memories that last a lifetime and every team member plays a key role.
We have opportunities across multiple departments where you can make an impact. Housekeepers keep rooms spotless servers make every meal unforgettable guides lead epic adventures and front desk agents make every guest feel at home. Every role matters and every person helps bring the Borealis Basecamp experience to life.
Our team is close-knit supportive and full of energy. We work hard have fun and celebrate every success whether it is a guest seeing the Northern Lights for the first time a flawless dinner service or keeping Basecamp running smoothly. If you love adventure meeting amazing people from around the world learning new skills and being part of a team that makes magic every day Borealis Basecamp is the place for you.
Borealis Basecamp is not for everyone and thats what makes it special. The ideal candidate is adventurous self-motivated and excited about living and working in a remote Alaskan environment. This is a place for people who seek experiences not distractions.
Borealis Basecamp is not for everyone and thats what makes it special. The ideal candidate is adventurous self-motivated and excited about living and working in a remote Alaskan environment. This is a place for people who seek experiences not distractions.
Our best team members are aurora chasers at heart people who will step outside at 2:00 am to catch the Northern Lights who enjoy being unplugged from the noise and who find energy in nature not nightlife. If you rely heavily on constant Wi-Fi city life or a busy social scene this may not be the right fit.
Instead were looking for individuals who are dependable positive and ready to be part of a hardworking close-knit team where everyone contributes.
Join us and make this season unforgettable for our guests and for yourself.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
See the aurora borealis from your own igloo. Borealis Basecamp offers all-inclusive lodging, dining, and arctic tours near Fairbanks, Alaska.
