Thousand Pines Facilities Worker

Facilities Worker

Facilities workers are the front-line for the overall maintenance and improvement of the physical grounds and buildings of Thousand Pines.

Wage: $19.00 per hour or above, depending on experience level.

• Repair and maintenance of camp vehicles, facilities, and property
• Landscaping and groundskeeping
• Safe operation of tractors and trucks
• Safe operation of various minor equipment and tools

• Assisting other departments when facilities-related needs arise i.e. moving furniture, ladder work, heavier lifting, etc.
• Assisting with weather-related issues: snow removal, water damage, roofing issues, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Safety first mindset at all times
• Attention to detail
• Ability to organize and maintain a clean work area
• Ability to follow instructions, learn new skills, and accept guidance/supervision
• Ability to work alone and with others in a timely manner
• Excellent attitude with guests and co-workers

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• Must be able to work some weekends and odd hours
• Current driver license
• Godly, Christian character
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications
• Agreement with Thousand Pines mission-vision-values, doctrinal statement, and compliance with employee handbook

• Ability to work outside in inclement/extreme weather conditions (hot and cold)
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Abilities sufficient to carry out the essential functions of the job, including good balance

• Weed whacking
• Painting
• Minor repair on camp vehicles and equipment
• Using mechanized tools and equipment
• Using manual tools and equipment
• Using a backpack blower and/or push blower
• Moving bunk beds, furniture, or other heavy items
• Holding heavy items in place
• Lifting and carrying materials and supplies, ladders, hoses, tools, equipment, boxes, bed frames, etc.
• Walking and standing for long periods of time, walking backwards while carrying items
• Roof work, tree work, working on scaffolding, at heights above 20 feet

• Leaning
• Bending over
• Stooping
• Reaching
• Lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Squatting
• Climbing/Descending ladders
• Digging
• Watering, moving heavy hoses
• Sweeping and shoveling
• Mowing grass with a hand or motorized lawn mower
• Raking
• Crawling: under buildings, vehicles, furniture, equipment
• Walking on uneven surfaces and terrain