Caretaker - Extra Hire

Spirit Rock Meditation Center • Woodacre, CA

69d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Caretaker Extra-Hire supports the daily operations of Spirit Rock's events, classes, and retreats through housekeeping and custodial work across the campus. This role helps maintain a clean, welcoming, and safe environment for staff, teachers, and practitioners alike, and offers a meaningful way to support Spirit Rock's mission of helping others cultivate wisdom and compassion in their lives, for the benefit of all beings.

Requirements

• One to three years' experience in a similar position(s)
• Demonstrated knowledge of equipment used for custodial care
• Work with minimum direct supervision and operate effectively on a team
• Proficiency with computers and related software and technology including Windows OS/MS Office/Google Docs
• Valid Driver's License required
• Must be able to regularly speak and write in English

Nice To Haves

• Interest in mindfulness and meditation a plus

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain all assigned campus facilities (e.g. dormitories, meditation halls, administrative areas, restrooms, kitchen and dining hall etc.) for ongoing operations as well as the opening and closing of onsite retreats
• Ensure the site is suitable for safe operations which includes maintained in an attractive and clean condition and helps to identify necessary repairs
• Use supplies (e.g. a variety of cleaning solutions, paper products, equipment, etc.) and equipment (vacuum cleaners, etc.)
• Maintain inventory of all necessary supplies
• Lift, carry and deliver various items (e.g. linens, supplies, furniture, etc.) to the appropriate parties
• Train guests on cleaning tasks assigned to them during retreat programs
• Setup event space (chairs, cushions etc.) for incoming guests and breaks down upon completion
• Deliver and pick-up US Mail to/from Woodacre post-office and distribute around campus

Benefits

• Free healthy, organic lunches on shift days
• Paid sick leave
• Participation in Spirit Rock's staff dharma program
• 30% discount on all Spirit Rock bookstore purchases
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 8 free therapy sessions/year, plus coaching and resources for leadership development, child & elder care, legal and financial matters (extended to household members)
• After 6 months: discounted staff rate for up to 7 nights/year at Spirit Rock retreats
• Plus free daylong and class series access when space allows

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed