Maintenance Assistant - Lawrence

MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA•Columbia, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Maintenance Director, the maintenance staff will oversee the proper maintenance of Camp Lawrence. Will assume the assist in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the maintenance and janitorial operations of the camp and grounds. Included within those general guidelines are training, and supervision of staff, related to the maintenance and janitorial operations.

Requirements

Must have experience in trades and working knowledge of Buildings, Carpentry, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, housekeeping and janitorial skills.
Must have good planning and organizational skills to ensure work load is completed in a safe and timely manner.
Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
Must work hands-on for all daily functions and projects, as well as act in a supervisory role for staff and volunteers as needed.
Must have good interpersonal qualities to deal with the public, staff, vendors and outside agencies.
Must be CPR/FA, AED Certified within the first 90 Days of employment.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule to ensure camp operations / schedules are met.
Must be able to take on-call responsibilities 24/7 day.
Must attain all required training and certifications to operate power boats in accordance with the State of New Hampshire guidelines.

Responsibilities

Keep safety as a first priority.
Emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being with staff, volunteers, members and program participants.
Communicate facility related information, problems and concerns as they occur.
Be aware of Facility Department responsibilities as outlined in Camp Emergency procedures.
Maintain a neat and organized work area to maximize efficiency and workload.
Report all accidents/unusual incidents immediately and assist with necessary documentation.
Serve as a primary staff resource in the area of safety and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Responsible for maintaining inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment and operational logs as required.
Establish working relationships with all suppliers and vendors to ensure a quick response in emergency situations.
Mechanical breakdown will be addressed within 24 hours and repairs commenced within 48 hours.
Safety repairs will be priority and be addressed the same day.
Maintain adequate staffing or contract services to keep the camp in a clean/safe condition at all times.
Seasonal opening and closing of camp as needed to insure safe and secure management of all camp assets.
Compile and maintain adequate records on all equipment, procedures and schedules in his/her area of responsibility.
Monitor and test water systems and wells according to the guidelines set by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services.
Responsible for ordering and controlling all maintenance and housekeeping supplies not under the jurisdiction of an independent contractor.
Maintain a preventive maintenance program to obtain maximum efficiency and lowest cost in the operation and replacement of buildings and equipment.
Responsible for fire safety training for staff and the maintenance and monitoring of all fire suppression equipment.
Motor Boat transportation responsibilities as outlined and directed by the Camp Executive Director.
Maintain camp and equipment to American Camp Association standards.
Monitor, test and service wells and lagoons as directed by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental services.
Ability to communicate and work with groups participating and provide necessary instructions to campers
Abilities to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity
Ability to manage groups of children in the outdoors
Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Management.