Qualifications & Skills

1. Technical Skills:
   • Proficient in landscaping, groundskeeping, and general maintenance.
2. Experience:
   • Previous maintenance work and problem-solving skills, preferred.
3. Soft Skills:
   • Effective communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and adaptability.
4. Certifications and Training (preferred):
   • Relevant trade certifications, safety training, and physical fitness.

Requirements:

1. Education and Training:
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Vocational training, apprenticeship, or certification in maintenance-related fields such as plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, or general maintenance is beneficial.
2. Experience:
• Previous experience in maintenance roles, especially in a camp or similar environment, is preferred.
3. Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in landscaping and groundskeeping tasks such as lawn mowing and weed eating.
• Proficiency in performing various maintenance tasks, as needed.
4. Communication and Teamwork:
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with camp staff, contractors, and vendors regarding maintenance needs and updates.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to overall camp operations as needed.
5. Problem-Solving and Adaptability:
• Critical thinking skills to identify maintenance issues, develop solutions, and prioritize tasks based on camp needs.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle diverse maintenance tasks and respond to emergencies as they arise.
6. Background Check:
• Candidates must be able to pass a background check, mainly due to the population with which the position works.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

 

Specific Area – Groundskeeping and Landscaping (Primary Focus)

 

• Maintain outdoor areas, including landscaping features, by mowing, trimming, weeding, and watering as needed.
• Clear debris, fallen branches, and hazardous materials from pathways and recreational areas to ensure the safety of campers and staff.

 

Specific Area – Facilities Maintenance

 

• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, cabins, restrooms, and other structures to identify maintenance needs.
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks to ensure facilities are safe and functional.
• Maintain and repair camp infrastructure, including roofs, walls, windows, doors, and flooring, as needed.

 

 

Specific Area – Safety and Compliance

 

• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations, including properly handling chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• Conduct safety inspections of facilities, equipment, and outdoor areas to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in emergency response procedures and evacuation drills as part of the camp’s safety protocols.

 

 

General Responsibilities:

 

• Mechanical aptitude and interest.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team-oriented and can work independently.
• High degree of attention to detail, precision, and follow-through
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts.
• Complete all work assigned safely and professionally.
• Maintain communications with supervisors to ensure all needed materials, tools, and supplies are available or on order.