Posted 8 months ago
Maintenance Technician
@ Shorefast Social Enterprises Inc
Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
Shorefast Social Enterprises Inc is hiring a Maintenance Technician on Fogo Island, NL, to work on the construction and maintenance team supporting its businesses. The role covers building, vehicle and machinery upkeep, snow clearing, carpentry assistance and site work, and includes a flexible schedule, a Class 5 driver's licence and the ability to lift at least 80 lbs. The posting lists health and dental benefits, housing and relocation assistance and an employee assistance program.
Responsibilities:
- Maintenance and repair of buildings, vehicles and machinery
- Operate plow truck and clear snow, sand and salt
- Assist carpenters and labourers with site work
- Build scaffolding and handle firewood
- Carry out interior and exterior painting
Requirements summary:
- Trade certificate or trade experience (asset)
- Class 5 driver's licence required
- Lift at least 80 lbs and perform constant physical labour
- Work in wet, cold, hot or dusty conditions
- Flexible schedule and short-notice tasks
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · adp
- Employer posting date
- 2026-03-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 80 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training |
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Shorefast Social Enterprises Inc
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Full company description
Established as a registered charity in 2004, Shorefast was created to build economic and cultural resilience on Fogo Island, Newfoundland – a region previously devastated by the decline of the cod fishery. With an enduring commitment to Fogo Island, Shorefast is expanding its work for greater reach by sharing new models of place-based economic development with other communities, big and small. Shorefast is a registered charity that operates a set of charitable programs and owns social businesses in service of the local community. Together, they represent a determined effort to think holistically about how to find a way of life that is equitable, dignified, sustainable – and joyful. Shorefast’s charitable programs comprise a set of initiatives that hold relevance to community economic development – making it possible for local communities to thrive in the global economy. Shorefast’s social businesses were established to help grow another leg on Fogo Island’s economy, create meaningful employment, generate earnings to be reinvested in the community. Our businesses build on the inherent assets and strengths of place, capitalizing on the skills, culture, and imagination unique to Fogo Island. There is no private gain — all profits are reinvested in the community through Shorefast’s charitable programs.
- LinkedIn followers
- 6,822
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 60
- Reported office locations
- Joe Batt's Arm, Newfoundland A0G 2X0 , CA
- Business categories
- Social
- Charity
- Other recorded names
- Shorefast Social Enterprises Inc
- Shorefast
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Established as a registered charity in 2004, Shorefast was created to build economic and cultural resilience on Fogo Island, Newfoundland – a region previously devastated by the decline of the cod fishery. With an enduring commitment to Fogo Island, Shorefast is expanding its work for greater reach by sharing new models of place-based economic development with other communities, big and small. Shorefast is a…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Joe Batt's Arm, Newfoundland |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2004 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 5 |
| View page |
About the Role
Title: Maintenance Technician
Team: Maintenance
Location: Fogo Island, NL, Canada
Who We Are
Shorefast is one of North America’s most creative and notable social enterprises and the charitable organization behind the world-renowned Fogo Island Inn, Fogo Island Workshops, Fogo Island Fish, and Fogo Island Arts. Our work has garnered significant international interest including a feature on 60 Minutes and in The New York Times’ 52 Places for a Changed World. The mission of Shorefast is to build, learn, and share economic development practices that catalyse the assets of local places, starting with Fogo Island.
Learn more about us: shorefast.org
The Opportunity
As Maintenance Technician will work as part of the Shorefast construction/maintenance team and perform duties that will support day to day operations of the businesses. They will also aid in the development on new and ongoing projects.
What You’ll Do
• Perform a variety of related maintenance and repair duties at various job sites and company properties as required.
• Operate and maintain plow truck to remove snow from organization properties. (knowing hot to operate a bobcat, an asset)
• Shovelling, sanding and salting company properties to ensure safe conditions for employees and personnel.
• Perform general building, vehicle and machinery preventative maintenance tasks.
• Repairing machines, equipment, or structures as necessary.
• Assist carpenters with carpentry related tasks when needed.
• Diagnosing mechanical issues and correcting them.
• Perform interior and exterior panting.
• Build scaffolding and other temporary construction structures.
• Must have the ability to work with, handle, load and unload, and process firewood for company properties.
• Maintain maintenance tools and equipment.
• Assist labourers with site clean up and material unloading and handling when required.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Must be hardworking, reliable, independent, punctual, and willing to do a multitude of tasks with short notice.
• Is organized and has effective time management skills.
• Willing to participate in a flexible schedule to ensure job duties are completed.
• Follow through on verbal and written work orders as directed by Supervisor and/or Coordinators.
• Participate in all necessary training provided by the employer and adhere to all safety standards learned within said trainings.
• Demonstrate safe work habits and knowledge of safety rules and instructions while performing job functions.
• Operate equipment efficiently and safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
• Certificate or Experience in a trade considered an asset.
• Class 5 drivers license is a requirement.
• Ability to perform constant physical labor, operate tools and machinery, and lift as least 80lbs is required.
• Ability to work in wet, damp, hot, cold, or dusty places required.
• Ability to stoop or kneel in order to gain access to work areas required.
• Ability to work while standing for extended periods of time required.
• Ability to work effectively in both individual and group settings required.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary
• Health and dental benefits, along with access to an employee assistance program for mental health support and work/life services
• Team member discounts within our businesses (Fogo Island Inn and Fogo Island Workshops)
• Housing and relocation assistance
• The technology necessary to complete your work
• Access to an employee work-out room, to support personal well-being
• An engaged, highly supportive, and collaborative environment that encourages creativity and curiosity
• The opportunity to work in a thriving social enterprise
• Continued learning and professional development training
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected], with the subject line “Maintenance Technician”; Questions about this position may also be directed here.
Deadline for Applications: Until Filled
We are grateful for all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Shorefast, we endeavour to foster an accessible work environment and to ensure all in our care feel safe and valued. Please reach out if there is anything we can do to accommodate a more accessible or inclusive application process.
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