Seasonal Maintenance Assistant

Scope of Position

Support the daily upkeep, cleanliness, repair, and overall appearance of Camp CONNRI & Lodge facilities and grounds. This position helps create a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for campers, guests, retreat groups, and staff through routine maintenance, custodial care, seasonal preparation, and groundskeeping.

Responsibilities

• Aid in deliveries, supply movement, and general property support needs.
• Assist with groundskeeping duties, including mowing, trimming, brush removal, snow removal, and general landscaping.
• Assist with opening and closing seasonal facilities, including cabins, kitchens, and program spaces.
• Follow all safety guidelines, sanitation standards, and The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Help prepare facilities for camps, retreats, meetings, and special events, including setup and teardown.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
• Monitor buildings and grounds for maintenance concerns and report issues promptly to the supervisor.
• Operate lawn and maintenance equipment safely and responsibly.
• Perform custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal, window cleaning, and general sanitation.
• Perform minor maintenance and repair, such as changing light bulbs and filters, unclogging drains, painting, and carpentry repairs.
• Support the daily maintenance and operation of camp buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Support the mission and ministry of The Salvation Army through service and teamwork.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, bending, walking, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, maintenance tools, and safe equipment operation.
• Experience in maintenance, custodial work, carpentry, plumbing, or related trades is helpful.
• Experience operating lawn and grounds equipment, such as mowers and weed trimmers, preferred.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning.

Skills

• Physical stamina and strength.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Safe equipment operation and maintenance.
• Customer service and teamwork skills.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning and maintenance techniques.
• Ability to operate lawn and grounds equipment.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Non-exempt, Full-time (June-August), Casual (August - early May)

Hours Per Week: 40 (May - early August)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (includes two 15-minute paid breaks per day)