Facilities Maintenance Lead

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE LEAD

Reports to: Hotel Manager
Location: Adak, Alaska
Schedule: Rotational (typically 2 weeks on 2 weeks off; flexibility required)
Status: Non-exempt/hourly

JOB SUMMARY: The Facilities Maintenance Lead is responsible for ensuring the functionality, safety, and reliability of Adak Island Inn facilities, equipment, and housing units. In addition to performing hands on maintenance and mechanical work, this position provides on island leadership for maintenance activities, plans and prioritizes work, and coordinates projects to support hotel operations in a remote Aleutian environment.

This role leads daily maintenance execution, preventive maintenance planning, and small to medium repair and remodel projects while working closely with the Hotel Manager and Aleut Ventures leadership.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Champion Aleut values: accountability, transparency and rigor.
• Serve as the on island lead for maintenance activities at Adak Island Inn.
• Plan, prioritize, and schedule maintenance work based on guest needs, unit readiness, and seasonal conditions.
• Coordinate daily and longer term maintenance priorities with the Hotel Manager.
• Provide guidance, task direction, and oversight to maintenance staff or laborers when assigned.
• Identify repair scopes, develop work plans, and estimate materials and labor required.
• Communicate larger repair needs, risks, and project timelines clearly to management.
• Provide continued maintenance support to the Adak Island Inn to ensure housing units are functional, safe, and guest ready.
• Perform general plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) repairs.
• Inspect building systems and equipment to identify problems or emerging issues.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and heating systems operate reliably.
• Perform carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring repairs, and minor construction as required.
• Address weather related risks such as freezing, corrosion, and wind damage.
• Conduct routine and seasonal inspections of units, mechanical systems, and common areas.
• Coordinate winterization and de winterization of units.
• Identify preventive maintenance needs and schedule work to reduce emergency repairs.
• Maintain basic maintenance records and inspection documentation.
• Maintain and repair vehicles, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot mechanical or engine performance issues, recommend repair or replacement, and assist with cost estimates.
• Conduct routine and annual maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Clean, service, and lubricate machinery components as required.
• Follow all Aleut Ventures policies, procedures, and job specific health and safety requirements.
• Ensure safe work practices and proper use of PPE.
• Identify unsafe conditions and take corrective action promptly.
• Track and maintain inventory of frequently used maintenance tools, parts, and supplies.
• Coordinate with management on inventory needs and shipping requirements, accounting for Adak’s limited logistics windows.
• Support planning for projects requiring advance material staging.
• Support remodels, capital projects, and special maintenance initiatives.
• Assist other Aleut Ventures operations in Adak when maintenance expertise is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC/heating, and general construction.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, plan repairs, and complete work independently.
• Skill in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact in a team environment and foster positive relationships.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

BENEFITS

• 401K - Employer matching up to 4%.
• Paid Holidays (13/year).
• Paid Time Off (accrued bi-weekly, starts at 6.20 hrs per pay period/20 days a year).
• 100% Employer paid Dental/Vision for employees and their qualified dependents.
• 100% Paid Employee Life Insurance / Disability.
• Advance your career with exclusive tuition benefits—Aleut employees and subsidiaries enjoy in-state tuition rates plus a 10% discount on University of Alaska Fairbanks online courses and certifications.
• Potential for Annual Incentive.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

The Aleut Corporation (“Aleut”) is committed to providing employment and development opportunities for our shareholders and descendants. Aleut shall make employment selections first based on qualifications for the position. Preference shall then be given to eligible and qualified TAC shareholders and descendants in accordance with the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, 43 U.S.C. § 1601 et seq., and other applicable laws.

Aleut is an equal opportunity employer. Aleut shall select, train, and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant work factors such as work quality, attitude, education, and experience, so as not to discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, age, status as a disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Vietnam veteran, and all other eligible veterans, or other classifications protected by applicable law.