Property Maintenance Worker Johnson Lake Resort

SEASONAL (June - October)

Located in the North Thompson valley at Simpcw Resources Group we provide environmental management and operational services while preserving Simpcw culture and heritage with respect towards the environment. Our goals include creating economic growth from the commercial development of natural resources within the Simpcwúlecw (Simpcw Territory) by being the major contractor and competing for work in both the public and private sectors.

Current Opportunities:
Simpcw Resources LLP is growing rapidly and looking for a dependable and enthusiastic Property Maintenance Worker to join our team. Reporting to the Site Manager the Johnson Lake Resort Property Maintenance Worker provides general maintenance ground clean up and essential physically labour support at Johnson Lake Resort on a casual as-needed basis throughout the operating season. This role covers a broad range of tasks including groundskeeping light building repairs equipment handling dock and waterfront maintenance firewood management and general labour as directed by the Site Manager. The ideal candidate is a reliable capable and safety-conscious individual who can work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision exercise good judgment about what requires escalation and handle physical work in a remote outdoor environment. While this is an on-call position availability and responsiveness are critical to the resorts operations as the guest experience depends on timely completion of maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Perform regular grounds maintenance including mowing trimming brush clearing and maintaining safe clean pathways and common outdoor areas.
• Remove debris and hazards from the property and assist with seasonal landscaping and property opening and closing tasks.
• Maintain firewood supplies by splitting stacking and restocking wood for guest use.
• Complete minor building and facility repairs such as fixing doors windows screens deck boards and other basic carpentry tasks.
• Assist with painting staining weatherproofing and general upkeep of cabins fences signage and outbuildings.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on the dock and waterfront areas to ensure they remain safe and well maintained.
• Operate and maintain resort equipment such as ATVs utility vehicles mowers and hand tools in a safe and responsible manner.
• Assist with operational tasks including generator checks water line inspections moving supplies and equipment setup.
• Manage garbage and recycling removal while maintaining clean organized and bear-safe waste storage areas.
• Follow safety protocols report hazards or maintenance issues and provide general support to the Site Manager and housekeeping team as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in hospitality management or related field preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in general labour groundskeeping property maintenance or a related trade.
• Ability to safely perform physical labour including lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) digging climbing ladders and working in varied weather conditions.
• Comfort working outdoors for extended periods in a remote environment.
• Reliable punctual and responsive to scheduling requests including occasional short-notice availability.
• Valid BC drivers licence.
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.
• Understanding of safe work practices and use of personal protective equipment.
• Experience in resort campground or rural property maintenance preferred.
• Carpentry plumbing or electrical skills (non-licensed handyman level) preferred.
• Small engine maintenance experience (chainsaws generators mowers outboard motors) preferred.
• Standard First Aid certification preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed predominantly outdoors in a remote wilderness environment.
• The role is physically demanding and involves lifting carrying climbing digging and working in sun rain and variable temperatures.
• This is a casual on-call position. Hours are not guaranteed but are expected to increase during peak season (May through September).
• Some tasks may require early morning or weekend availability to meet operational timelines.

What we offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Positive and collaborative team
• Meaningful work

Note: Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing may be required

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Thank you for your interest however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Aboriginal ancestry as per

Canadas Human Rights Act and legislation surrounding Employment Equity.

Please submit cover letter and resume via email to with the Subject Line: Johnson Lake Resort - Property Maintenance Worker

Required Experience:

Junior IC