Maintenance Supervisor - Lake Louise

Lake Louise is more than a place to work, it’s a place to live, explore, and make memories
. This little mountain hamlet is on every backpacker’s bucket list, surrounded by the incredible wilderness and outdoor adventures of Banff National Park. It’s also renowned as a fantastic place to work and live alongside people from around the world.

And there’s no better way to experience it than as part of the team at HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre
.

We’re a team of avid travellers who have chosen to work here because we love being immersed in a community of like-minded people. We believe in respecting one another, learning from different cultures, getting outdoors, and making the most of everything the Canadian Rockies have to offer.

Living and working in Lake Louise means adventure is right outside your door. Whether you’re hiking, skiing, snowboarding, camping, climbing, biking, or simply enjoying the mountains, there’s always something to discover.

And we make it easier to enjoy it all:

• Save on housing with shared 2-bedroom staff accommodation provided as part of your employment.
  There is no monthly rent charge; the value of the accommodation is reported as a taxable benefit.
• Eligible for a performance-based bonus of up to $2,500 annually
  , based on the achievement of hostel and organizational KPIs.
• Constant events and activities to join with staff and guests
• Fully furnished staff accommodation
• FREE WIFI
• Free HI Membership
• Free stays at other HI properties and ACC backcountry huts
• 40% off meals at our on-site restaurant, Bill Peyto’s Café
• Free FAM trips
• A laid-back atmosphere where the uniform is a T-shirt and our guests are travellers just like you
• Eligibility for Group Benefits after 4 months of continuous full-time employment
• Eligibility for our GRSP/GTFSA matching program after 12 months of continuous full-time employment
• Employee & Family Assistance Program

Plus, HI Canada has
13 other Mountain Park hostels
, giving you the opportunity to explore more of Canada's incredible national parks while connecting with fellow travellers and HI communities along the way.

As our Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll play an important hands‑on role in keeping our hostel, guest facilities, and staff accommodations safe, functional, welcoming, and well maintained.

You’ll oversee the day‑to‑day maintenance of both the interior and exterior of the property while providing direction and support to the Maintenance team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing hands‑on maintenance and repairs throughout the hostel and staff accommodations
• Providing direction and support to Maintenance staff
• Ensuring health and safety regulations and HI Canada policies and procedures are followed
• Troubleshooting maintenance issues and finding practical solutions
• Coordinating with external contractors and trades when required
• Working closely with other hostel departments to ensure guest and operational needs are met
• Helping ensure our accommodations and services meet HI Canada standards
• Other duties as required

We’re looking for someone who is
hands‑on, practical, resourceful, and enjoys solving problems
.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience safely and responsibly operating power tools
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry
• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills
• The ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• A proactive approach to maintenance and problem solving
• A valid driver's licence

If reading this has you thinking,“I could live here,” you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

Whether you’re on a working holiday and Lake Louise is one stop on a longer adventure, or you’re looking to build a life in the mountains while working…