Head Maintenance -SC​/Camp Daley & Gilmore

Head Maintenance
-11-190 SC/Camp Daley & Gilmore

Apply for the Head Maintenance role at The Salvation Army Southern California.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Head of Maintenance assists and carries out the direction of the Operations Manager for the day-to-day operation and upkeep of all camp property. He/She is directly involved in maintaining camp property, including maintenance needs, landscaping, property upkeep and guest group set-ups and cleaning.

• Encourage the professional and spiritual growth of staff under your care.
• Develop work schedules for maintenance staff to ensure appropriate and efficient operation.
• Report to the Operations Manager any missing or damaged property, equipment, or housekeeping goods.
• Ensure all areas of camp are cleaned regularly and landscaping is properly maintained.
• Maintenance related tasks including but not limited to:
  • Trash runs, clean and set up rooms, move furniture and sound equipment.
  • Mop floors, clean bathrooms, attend other basic bathroom needs.
  • Work with Guest Service Manager to gather schedules for guest groups.
  • Ensure set-ups, cleaning, and trash runs are always done in a timely manner.
  • Be aware of and make necessary changes to hazards found on campgrounds.
  • Assist in repairs of buildings, facilities and equipment.
  • Utilize upkeep software to accomplish normal maintenance tasks and preventative maintenance items.
  • Use a variety of equipment such as lawn mower, weed eaters, saws, ladders, pressure washer, non-power shop tools.
  • Assist with group hosting to ensure group needs are always taken care of.
• Be the eyes of camp in terms of property items (broken items, things being put away, etc…)

• Property/Maintenance Upkeep
  • Work with Maintenance Staff to ensure the maintenance and repairing of all plumbing, electrical, building repair, pool maintenance, vehicle upkeep, shop cleanliness and organization, & landscaping needs.
• Guest Group Set ups and tear downs
  • Directly responsible to ensure that all set-ups for guest groups are accomplished.
  • Ensure proper cleanliness of all buildings used by guest groups.
  • Responsible for properly cleaning meeting spaces after groups leave the site, including all trash runs.
• Summer
  • Provide leadership, support, and discipleship to summer maintenance staff.

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, operate computer, fax, telephone, and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site and facilities, camper and staff behavior.
• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing or walking for long periods of time (60 minutes or more).
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid; must be able to assist guests in case of emergency.
• Operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat and other environmental conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

• Knowledge of The Salvation Army mission, philosophy, culture, protocol and organizational structure.
• Ability to work well independently in a detailed, professional and courteous manner.
• Combination of college education, training and experience in the camping industry.
• Friendly and personable; excellent customer service skills required.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• A team player; must work well with others.
• Experience in supervision of staff.
• Good communication skills and pay close attention to detail.
• Thorough knowledge of building policies, procedures and event requirements.
• Possess a valid CA driver’s license.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing, Non-profit Organizations