Facility & Grounds Manager

American Alpine Club•Gardiner, NY

2d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The AAC has one opening for the Facility & Grounds Manager position at the Sam Pryor Shawangunk Gateway Campground for the 2026 season. This position is full-time, seasonal, from Mid-April through Mid-November of each year. The Facility & Grounds Manager will also be expected to participate in daily operations such as office hours, campground rounds, and general guest services.

Requirements

Passion for the mission of the American Alpine Club
Have qualified experience in trade work, such as repairs, maintenance, and/or groundskeeping
Are able to communicate effectively among a diversity of lived experiences and identities
Are able to represent the AAC in a professional manner at all times
Have experience with guest or client services
Have an acute attention to detail
Are competent with Google Suites
Are creative and eager to learn and grow new skills
Are at least 21 years of age

Nice To Haves

CPR / First Aid / AED Training

Responsibilities

Check-in guests and collect fees
Provide campground information to guests
Promote and sell merchandise
Monitor the campground email daily for timely communication
Assist in the execution of educational and community orientated events and programs
Clean the shower-house and pavilion regularly.
Maintain the grounds and general landscaping
Keep the campground free of trash and other debris
Maintain grounds and campsites (e.g., mowing, trimming, leaf blowing, litter pickup) in accordance with the expected standards set by AAC, Mohonk Preserve, and Palisades Interstate Parks Commission.
Collaborate with the Mohonk Preserve to organize and execute campground maintenance and landscaping projects
Monitor and complete routine inspections of plumbing systems, electrical systems, campground conditions, and tools, reporting any issues to the Lodging Director
Monitor for animal and pest control
Execute basic repairs and maintenance, including minor plumbing issues, replacing light fixtures, fixing groundskeeping equipment, winterization of the campground, etc.
Assist Mohonk Preserve Stewardship Staff with the opening and closing the freshwater system
Regularly maintain the Clivus Multrum Composting system per manufacturer recommendations
Oversee campground water system and complete water testing as scheduled and submit to the Department of Health
Maintain all NYS Department of Health and Palisades Interstate Parks Commission record keeping requirements for facilities (e.g., fire inspection, water records).
Promote a positive working environment for all campground staff.
Maintain a positive working relationship with all Mohonk Preserve staff
Have familiarity with the agreement between the AAC and the Mohonk Preserve in order to satisfy necessary reporting requirements and responsibilities.
Collaborate with the Community & Guest Services Manager to successfully operate the campground.
Assist in the documentation, planning, and budgeting of maintenance and repairs, costs, acquiring quotes where necessary
Be present during all inspections and communicate effectively to satisfy any questions that may arise
Campground Managers are expected to function in support of and at the direction of the Lodging Director.