Camp Senior Maintenance Worker

THE SALVATION ARMY•Lexington, MS

5d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Camp Senior Maintenance Worker is responsible for inspecting and coordinating maintenance and equipment functions and repairs for Salvation Army buildings, living quarters, and grounds at Camp Hidden Lake in Lexington, Mississippi. The work covers heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical systems, and equipment. The position performs routine maintenance and repairs, coordinates vendors, supports special-event setup, cleans buildings, and maintains the grounds. It also includes regular facility and equipment inspections, documenting inspection and maintenance issues, diagnosing systems, troubleshooting malfunctions, and performing preventive maintenance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Some coursework from a technical or vocational school in construction, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
Three years of experience performing maintenance and repair work for commercial buildings and grounds, including two years of maintenance and carpentry experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Good skill in using hand and power tools.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to read and follow a map and/or handwritten directions.
Ability to perform heavy lifting and strenuous work involving lifting and carrying objects weighing 25–50 pounds.
Physical ability to team-lift materials, supplies, and equipment weighing 50–100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to walk, stoop, stand continuously, and do some climbing.
Valid state driver's license if required by duties.

Nice To Haves

Certification in one or more maintenance fields.

Responsibilities

Inspect and coordinate maintenance and equipment functions and repairs for buildings, living quarters, and grounds.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, painting, and carpentry work.
Run errands.
Oversee work performed by vendors and ensure it is completed as scheduled and within repair estimates.
Assist with setting up tables and other equipment for special events.
Clean buildings regularly and sanitize as necessary.
Perform routine groundskeeping to maintain the landscape.
Regularly inspect facilities and equipment, including light fixtures, air-conditioning units, program equipment, and systems, for proper operation and issues such as leaks, debris, or mold.
Test, adjust, and diagnose machinery, heating, cooling, piping, and electrical systems.
Record maintenance issues and inspections according to schedules.
Troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical and equipment malfunctions.
Perform preventive maintenance and minor adjustments on dishwashers, laundry machines, vent fans, playground equipment, and other equipment.