Lead Facilities Maintenance Worker CL- Lincolnville, ME

Enjoy working with your hands and taking pride in a well‑run facility? The Lead Facilities Maintenance Worker CL2 at Tanglewood 4‑H Camp and Learning Center leads daily cleaning, maintenance, and grounds operations to support year‑round programs for Maine youth and families. This role offers steady work, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission‑driven organization in a beautiful coastal Maine setting.

The Lead Facilities Maintenance Worker CL2 works as part of a collaborative team responsible for the maintenance of the Tanglewood 4‑H Center Campus and Buildings. This position is responsible for leading a crew in the cleaning and maintenance of the campus and buildings, and promoting a positive and safe camp environment for staff and campers. Work assignments are primarily routine, including the management of cleaning services, facilities management, and performing similar tasks as the crew being led.

This position is part of the Tanglewood and Blueberry Cove 4‑H Center team, collaborating with colleagues to effectively run the facilities and support the programs. Work quality is assessed weekly, monthly, and quarterly to ensure that targets are maintained. This position is responsible for determining how and when the tasks get done and plays an important role in ensuring the health and safety of the Tanglewood 4‑H Center community.

This is a full‑time, regular, position; 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. Starting pay is $22.54/hr.

Complete Job Description

The 4‑H Camp and Learning Centers provide environmentally focused programs for Maine youth and families. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature‑based experiences. Tucked into a parcel of Camden Hills State Park, participants and staff join together to form a creative community fostering a supportive and fun environment for all — and drawing people back year after year!

While having fun and experiencing the joys of being a part of the natural world, we emphasize community living, respect for all, and healthy relationships. Our programs encourage everyone to be themselves, learn from those around them, and make good decisions.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent AND sufficient experience, including four years of custodial or grounds‑related work experience.
• The Employee must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• The Employee must have good communication skills; be able to get along with co‑workers, supervisors, and building occupants; and be able to work independently.
• Experience cleaning classroom and office buildings.
• Experience using commercial cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of the proper use of assigned tools.
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. regularly and perform other manual and physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable conditions.
• Skill in routinely checking equipment, identifying equipment malfunctions, and performing routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and reports.

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

• 1. A cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position.
• 2. A resume / curriculum vitae.

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on February 2, 2026.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Jessica Decke.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post‑offer physical.

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