Carpenter/Maintenance Technician at a Nonprofit Summer Camp & Outdoor School Job Horsham area,Pennsylvania USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

SUMMARY OF JOB:

The Carpenter/Maintenance Technician is a key member of the Property Team which is responsible for repairing, maintaining and improving 20+ buildings that are located on 235 acres in Horsham, PA. The environmental education campus includes buildings, private residences, seasonal housing, two pools, a pond, walking trails, fields, woods and wetlands. Our ideal candidate will have experience in carpentry, and general labor tasks to assist with various projects.

This position is expected to have a working knowledge of trim and finish carpentry, rough carpentry, painting, skills with equipment/power tools, walkway building, roofing, door and window installation, and safety protocols. Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC knowledge or experience as well as a willingness to handle landscape projects is an added bonus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in the day-to-day maintenance and year-round upkeep of the overnight camp and day camp, as well as the Spruce Run Outpost if called upon.

Must have communication skills adequate to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the maintenance of the camps.

Must have the physical ability to dig, lift, load, and unload a minimum of 50 lbs.

Ability to execute organization's Risk Management and Hazmat policies.

Well-rounded carpenter with working knowledge of all phases of construction.

Perform work related to the following trades and services:
Demolition, Framing, Carpentry, Painting, Plumbing, Electrical, Cleaning, Tree work, and Landscaping.

Set up and maintain a child-safe working area during projects.

Assist in the fixing and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of High School Diploma and 5-7 years of experience.

Proven experience as a carpenter or laborer in the construction industry.

Familiarity with construction site safety protocols.

Be able to utilize and work off extension ladder.

Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.

Excellent communication skills.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Clear Background check and Child Abuse Clearance.

Certifications that will be required to obtain within first 6 months of hire:

Chainsaw Safety Certification
CPR/ First Aid

Work Environment

This position operates both outdoors as well as in a maintenance workshop. It requires extensive outdoor work all year long.

Physical Demands

There are significant physical demands in this position depending on the maintenance or repair project. There may be heavy lifting from time to time. In addition, because of the outdoor work, there are additional physical demands. In the summer, there may be considerable exposure to heat. In the winter, there will be exposure to cold weather.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time 40 hours a week position which may require flexible hours during the summer and occasional weekends. Full benefits including health, dental and 403b with match.

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Carpenter​/Maintenance Technician at a Nonprofit Summer Camp & Outdoor School

Carpenter/Maintenance Technician at a Nonprofit Summer Camp & Outdoor School