Camp Groundskeeper

YWCA York•York Township, PA

20d

About The Position

The Camp Groundskeeper performs building, equipment, and grounds maintenance and supports camp rentals and other administrative tasks needed for the successful operation of Camp Cann-Edi-On. Duties are performed on an established schedule, and the position requires living on-site year-round in the camp house. In lieu of rent, the caretaker monitors the property, maintains the camp house and surrounding grounds, and completes the maintenance, cleaning, rental-support, and seasonal duties described in the posting. The role includes daily inspections and securing of buildings, grounds, and gates; maintaining camp buildings and facilities; preparing facilities for rentals and inspecting them afterward; supporting renters during rental periods; maintaining trails and waste areas; and caring for camp equipment, tools, and supplies. The groundskeeper also performs minor repairs, coordinates major repair reporting and camp clean-up activities, supports water-system management with vendors and regulatory agencies, and orders supplies and fuel through the appropriate channels.

Requirements

A valid Pennsylvania driver's license is required.
Pennsylvania State Police, PA ChildLine, and FBI clearances are required.
Working knowledge of principles, practices, and safe and proper use of tools and equipment related to general building and grounds maintenance.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand or walk for a high percentage of the time and perform repetitive bending, stooping, twisting, and crouching.
Ability to drive in inclement weather may be required.
Ability to perform duties outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Ability to use ladders up to 20 feet in height.
Respect and sensitivity toward cultural differences; integrity, ethical conduct, and support for organizational values.
Tactful and respectful interactions with others, including the ability to react well under pressure.
Ability to observe safety and security procedures and adapt to changes in the work environment.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or general education degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Live in the camp house year-round and monitor the camp property; report illegal activity to the proper authorities and the Chief Operating Officer.
Maintain the camp house, keep it clean and operational, and maintain the grounds around it.
Cut and trim grass weekly in designated areas as the season requires.
Remove snow from houses and access areas as needed and coordinate with the Chief Operating Officer about professional snow removal.
Manage the well to help ensure water flows properly to all buildings and facilities and is safe to drink, in collaboration with the contracted vendor and state regulatory agencies.
Inspect buildings and grounds daily and lock building doors, windows, and gates daily.
Work with the Chief Operating Officer to plan, organize, and implement camp clean-up days before, during, and after camp season.
Inventory, label, store, and secure camp equipment at the end of the summer camp season.
Be accessible to renters during rental periods in case of emergency or arrange coverage in advance.
Clean, stock, and inspect buildings before rentals and inspect them after rentals.
Replenish restroom supplies, including soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue.
Clean and maintain camp buildings, including floors, furniture, mirrors, windows, restrooms, and waste baskets.
Safely use and maintain power and hand tools and use ladders up to 20 feet.
Perform occasional exterior cleaning of sidewalks, steps, and entranceways.
Identify and handle minor building and structural repairs, including repairs to hinges, knobs, locks, screens, and paint.
Check buildings and furnishings weekly and report major repairs to the Facilities Manager.
Order supplies through the supervisor as appropriate, and order heating oil and propane as needed.
Maintain walking trails and the area near the waste receptacle, keeping them free of litter and debris.
Keep maintenance tools and supplies in good working order and stored securely in designated areas.
Keep the tool room or workshop clean, orderly, and secure, and maintain an inventory of maintenance tools and supplies for loss prevention.
Consistently follow safe work practices and established procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.