Maintenance Worker

GCi's Agulowak Retreat

GCI is recruiting for a Maintenance Worker position for our 2023 season beginning approximately May 7 - October 10.

GCI’s Agulowak Retreat is located 320 miles southwest of Anchorage inside Alaska’s Wood Tikchik State Park, the largest state park in the United States.  Encompassing 1.6 million acres of undeveloped land, pristine lakes, mountains, rivers, streams and vast expanses of open tundra.  The Retreat is situated on the shore of the Agulowak River, near its headwaters on Lake Nerka.  The setting provides easy access to world-class fly and spin fishing, challenging hiking opportunities, kayaking, sightseeing and much more.  We are a private lodge that entertains employees of the company, business partners and customers. 

Our ideal candidate needs to be professional, friendly, and personable, have a positive attitude, be prepared (and excited) to live in remote Alaska, be flexible, and respect other employees.  Because of the remoteness of the lodge, we rely on the skills and dedication of each person to provide for the needs of our guests and staff alike.  Teamwork is important.

• Performs regular maintenance of generators, equipment, boats, water distribution system, septic system, buildings and appliances
• Operates machinery including Bobcat skid-steer and John Deere 350 tractor
• Assists with the pre-season turn-up of the Retreat buildings, water, septic, vehicles, etc. Stays for post-season shutdown of the same
• Assists retreat staff and guests with maintenance issues as they arise 

A wide range of significant maintenance experience is required. Prior experience in a remote setting is preferred.

Private room, internet, private bathroom, and all meals included for all staff. 

Upon successful completion of a full-season commitment, all staff receives an end-of-season bonus payment in addition to their regular hourly wage.