Trail West: General Program Worker | Seasonal August-November

Essential Duties

• Guest Services: Assist with program needs and equipment including locating and constructing. Be responsible for property tasks assigned such as firewood, lakefront, pool, special maintenance projects, tours, camp prep and shutdown. Perform any other tasks assigned by the Guest Services coordinator.
• Housekeeping: Help turn over buildings in weekly housekeeping changeovers. Uphold Young Life standards of cleanliness and proper cleaning procedures. Perform Housekeeping duties including cleaning bathrooms, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and any other cleaning as directed by the Housekeeping supervisor. Perform any other tasks assigned by the Housekeeping supervisor.
• Food Service: Participate in food preparation. Perform calculations to determine proportions and measurements. Set tables for meals. Participate in meal clean-up including but not limited to bussing tables, washing pots, operating washing station, re-stocking equipment. Participate in meal service. Operate within Young Life sanitation standards. Perform any other tasks assigned by the Food Service manager.
• Landscaping/Maintenance: Empty trash bins located around property. Sweep or use a backpack blower to clean porches, basketball court and more. Lawn maintenance including but not limited to cutting grass, weed-eating, planting, watering and more. Wash camp vehicles. Perform any other tasks assigned by the Sites and Facilities superintendent.
• Retail: Organize store and snack bar merchandise. Operate Point-of-Sale system. Make change. Process end-of-shift store/snack bar reports. Perform any other tasks assigned by the Retail manager.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift materials up to 50 lbs. and perform other physical tasks such as stooping, reaching, pushing, squatting, kneeling, climbing and more.
• Will be exposed to cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to various changes in weather (cold, heat, rain and snow).
• Job responsibilities may vary depending upon the critical needs of the property.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma.
• Previous work experience required.
• Previous or current involvement with Young Life preferred.

Job Specific Working Conditions

• This position runs from August 20th - November 20th, 2026.
• Available Positions Include Food Service, Landscape, Guest Services, Retail / Housekeeping Split.
• The final placement will be guided by the Trail West interview team.
• All Trail West Property Staff will assist with housekeeping responsibilities throughout the week.
• This is an hourly position from August - November (dates can be slightly flexible).
• An anticipated salary of $15.50/hour.
• Housing on camp property is included with this position.