Maintenance Worker

**Job Title**:Maintenance Worker

**Reports to**:CAMAL Facilities Maintenance Manager

**Compensation**:$20.00 hour, 4% holiday pay.

**Hours of work**:Full-time, temporary (seasonal), 35 hours week.

**Fort Steele Heritage Town** is a living history site dedicated to the preservation, interpretation, and enhancement of British Columbia’s rich heritage. Fort Steele serves as a cultural and educational resource, engaging visitors in the stories, traditions, and historical significance of the Region. We would like to acknowledge that the Site is located on the traditional, ancestral and present Ktunaxa homeland and extend our gratitude for the opportunity to live and learn in mutual respect and appreciation.

The Site is supported by the Cranbrook Archives, Museum and Landmark Society and its Executive Management Team which provides strategic direction, development and funding to achieve the site’s mandate. Our team values a supportive and collaborative work culture that is respectful, challenging and promotes diversity and creativity.

**About the Job**

The Maintenance Worker assists with the day-to-day maintenance and repair operations of Fort Steele Heritage Town's buildings and grounds. This role ensures the site remains safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing for visitors and staff, while also preserving its historical integrity.

**Why You’ll Love Working Here**

Be Part of History: Help preserve and maintain a site that tells the story of British Columbia’s past.

Work Outdoors: Enjoy the fresh air while working on beautiful grounds and historical buildings.

Collaborative Team Atmosphere: Join a supportive, diverse, and creative team that values your ideas.

Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact the experience of thousands of visitors who come to learn and connect with history.

**What You’ll Do**

As a Maintenance Worker, you’ll play a key role in keeping Fort Steele Heritage Town safe, functional, and beautiful for visitors and staff. Your days will be filled with:

- Tackling hands-on projects like carpentry, painting, and more.
- Mowing lawns, weeding and maintaining the beautiful landscaping across the site.
- Keeping our historical buildings in tip-top shape through preventative maintenance.
- Responding quickly to maintenance requests to ensure smooth operations.
- Collaborating with our passionate team to develop new features for the site.
- Preserving the historical integrity of a place that matters to so many.

**What We’re Looking For**

We need someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and bring energy, creativity, and reliability to the table Here’s what will make you a great fit:
Experience: Some experience in facilities maintenance, landscaping or construction (bonus points if you’ve worked with heritage sites).

Skills: Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) is a plus. Ability to read technical manuals is helpful

Passion for History & Community: An appreciation for preserving cultural heritage is key. Familiarity with Indigenous relations or Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action is an asset.

**Why This Role is Unique**

This isn’t your average maintenance job—it’s an opportunity to work in an open-air museum where history comes alive You’ll get to:

- Be part of a vibrant community that values diversity and creativity.
- Learn new skills while working in a one-of-a-kind environment.
- Make lasting memories while contributing to something bigger than yourself

**Who Should Apply?**

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals who identify as LGBTQ2S+, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, or visible minorities to apply. Fort Steele Heritage Town is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

**How to Apply**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Work Location: In person