Groundskeeping & Maintenance Assistant

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We build Strong Kids, Strong Families, and Strong Communities with a primary focus on youth activities and programs.

Our Values are:
Caring, Honesty, Accountability, Inclusion, and Respect.

The groundskeeping and maintenance assistant supports the daily upkeep, safety, and appearance of the camp property. This role is hands‑on, ideal for those who enjoy completing physical outdoor tasks and contributing to a safe and welcoming environment.

• Follow all camp procedures as outlined in the Camp Staff Handbook
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of camp property including janitorial tasks like restroom cleanliness, garbage, and removal of other debris
• Mow, trim trees, and assist with general landscaping as needed
• Pick up equipment, activities, andtium maintain equipment cleanliness and operation
• Keep supplies always stocked and at the ready
• Communicate needed supplies to designated parties in a timely fashion
• Cut, stack, and transport firewood following safety guidelines, prepare campfires and extinguish thoroughly
• Assist with other seasonal projects as assigned

• Problem Solving: identifies and resolves problems; gathers and analyzes information വാർ വികസിക്കുന്നു, develops solutions; uses reason and asks for help when unsure of how to proceed next
• Oral Communication: speaks clearly and persuasively; listens and gets clarification when necessary; responds informatively to questions
• Professionalism: approaches others in a polite and tactful manner; maintains composure and reacts well under pressure; follows through on commitments
• Quality: demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work computation ensures quality
• Adaptability: adap ruok to changes in the work environment; juggling competing demands; changes approaches or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with occasional change, delays, or unexpected events; asks supervisor when unsure of priorities.

• Education or
  
  Experience:
  • High School diploma required, experience in a similar position is highly desirable
• Other qualifications or skills:
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to work independently or as a team
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work
  • Ability to accept supervision and guidance
  • Familiarity with hand tools, outdoor equipment, or general interest in learning these tasks
  • Completion of any required training
  • Good integrity, character, attitude, and adaptability
  • CPR/ Phill? First Aid Certification (provided if not already complete)
  • Must be able to work the entire summer and disclose during the interview process if a vacation has been planned, or expected scheduling needs

This job is outdoor oriented, with no indoor facilities on site.

• Frequently required to talk, hear or see, walk or run, or stand for long periods of time
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more, bend, twist, and climb
• Required to work outside in a variety of weather conditions, including but not limited to heat, wind, and rain

This position is paid in stipend amounts equaling $580.00 per week. Paid on a Bi-Weekly Schedule.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Non-profit Organizations

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