Facilities Associate

GIRL SCOUTS IN THE HEART OF PA • West Cocalico Township, PA

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About The Position

The Facilities Associate is responsible for camp property maintenance and repairs/improvement projects assigned by the Property Manager. He or she will support camp visitors, volunteers, and staff as needed. This position is a part-time, year-round position with up to 30 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in construction trades or maintenance preferred (e.g. carpentry, electric, plumbing, mechanical, etc.).
• Experience handling hand and power tools and other machinery (e.g. tractors, mowers, weed trimmers, wood splitter, chain saws, etc.) required.
• Use of sound judgment and critical thinking skills when decision making.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; access to reliable transportation required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight, while taking initiative to improve processes and create efficiency.
• Clear written and oral communication.
• Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds and ages.
• Pass and maintain required background clearances.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a high volume of work while managing multiple deadlines in a constantly changing work environment.
• Ability to stay on camp property overnight, as needed.
• Work a flexible schedule, to include nights and weekends, as needed.
• Travel throughout the council, as needed.
• Lift up to 100 pounds.
• Sitting, standing or walking for a moderate period of time is required.
• Traverse rough/steep terrain for at least one mile, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow weekly, monthly and annual checklists of routine maintenance and repairs at camp, as directed by Property Manager.
• Perform emergency repairs at camp, as required.
• Prepare camp property for guests, including cleaning, inspecting each building for supplies, cleanliness and assuring that all amenities are in working order.
• Assist property team, including outside vendors, with maintaining camp property grounds, roads, buildings and adventure courses.
• Consistently inspect campgrounds, especially outdoor program and adventure courses, considering safety as number one priority.
• Work with Property Manager to coordinate work schedule so that assigned maintenance tasks can be completed without interfering with camp program activities.
• Manage and maintain supply inventory for assigned camp.
• Provide support services for camp rentals, programs, events, and summer resident camp including but not limited to trash pick-up, cleaning and building maintenance, parking, luggage handling, moving program equipment, assisting with emergencies, and other needs as directed by Property Manager or Camp Program Manager.
• Provide professional, quality customer service to all customers (guests, girl members, volunteers, staff and other community contacts).
• Handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Demonstrate commitment to the Girl Scout mission by representing GSHPA in a positive and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of council-wide initiatives and/or cross-functional teams to further the mission of GSHPA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED