Camp Crosley - Groundskeeper

YMCA of Muncie•North Webster, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Groundskeeper at Camp Crosley YMCA will be under the guidance and supervision of the Facility Director of Camp Crosley. The Groundskeeper will be responsible for assisting in tasks and duties that help maintain the grounds and facility of camp. This also includes preventive measures to the designated facility and grounds.

Requirements

Mature, capable, mechanically-oriented person
Skill in using small lawn machines, driving lawn equipment and ability to use hand tools
Ability to work with and accept guidance and supervision from others
Desire to live in and work in a camp community
Self-starter and organizer

Responsibilities

Attend staff training as time permits
Maintain facilities for trash collection and recycling
Assist in moving materials and supplies to appropriate areas in camp as needed
Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment
Be available during all times when campers are present for emergencies and be acquainted with procedures
Obtain all required training for using mechanical equipment
Operate lawn equipment, keep equipment in good operating condition, and maintain lawn facilities
Repair or request repair of equipment through maintenance supervisor
Maintain grounds to reduce risk of danger to persons using grounds and facilities
Inspect buildings weekly and report and repair damages as necessary
Check daily in office for maintenance requests; verify all requests with supervisor
Check and repair chairs and benches
Repair and/or rebuild docks
Inspect and make necessary repairs on all doors, screen doors, windows, floor boards, light bulbs, etc
Inspect all buildings and paint when necessary
Inspect camp for trees that may need thinning, limbs removed, etc. Prepare trees for contracted tree maintenance work.
Keep woodshed filled with appropriately split wood for campfires
Repair and adjust small motors (mowers, blowers, and cutters)
Communicate daily with maintenance supervisor and set up a workable and productive schedule
Assist in maintaining cleanliness of Dining Hall area, (ie, trash and recycling removal, floor cleaning, diswashing)
These are not the only duties performed. Some duties may be reassigned and other duties may be assigned as required.