WFR - Maintenance Tech I - Landscape

Young Life•Antelope, OR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Maintenance Tech I focusing on Landscape at Washington Family Ranch. Young Life is a Christian ministry that requires all employees to profess a belief in Jesus Christ and subscribe to their Statement of Faith. The position involves creating an environment where staff can present the gospel of Jesus Christ. The role requires managing ministry functions, adhering to biblical standards, and abiding by all Young Life policies. The Maintenance Tech I will be responsible for various duties related to camp operations, spiritual formation, interpersonal relationships, hospitality, stewardship, talent development, and embracing excellence in their work. The position is located at Washington Family Ranch, a remote property with a dedicated staff, offering a unique environment of Christian work and fellowship. Affordable housing is available on property.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Any necessary certifications as required by the local municipality
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
Ability to train and lead teams
Positive, flexible attitude and willingness to learn
Physically able to do the work
Must be capable of spending most of the workday standing or walking
Must be adaptable to all work environments, inside and out
Must be capable of working on projects over/above head, as well as bending, kneeling, crawling in/around attics, crawl spaces, etc.
Capable of digging, shoveling and raking various compounds
Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff.
Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important.
All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp.

Nice To Haves

For camp specific, if applicable, see attached document

Responsibilities

Intentionally provide opportunities for staff to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus.
Participate in opportunities for growing deeper in your relationship with Jesus.
With direction from supervisor, develop an annual personal spiritual growth plan.
Help build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests, staff, vendors and neighbors to foster healthy community.
Offer leadership and direction to those workers assigned to you.
Supervise staff, as the Site and Facilities Superintendent may assign to you, both summer and winter. This includes full and part-time camping staff, in addition to maintenance summer staff, work crew, volunteers and other people who may be assisting with a maintenance or project function at camp.
Work closely with the work crew and summer staff bosses in making the work experience a positive time of personal growth for the individuals that have volunteered their time at camp.
Cooperate with all other departments at camp to operate as a team and produce a well-functioning body.
Relate to the local community in a manner best suited to carry out the public relations policy of Young Life as presented by the Camp Manager.
At all times, maintain a pleasant, positive attitude toward staff and others involved in the program, conveying the idea of maximum service consistent with the capabilities of the property and equipment.
Equip servant leaders who anticipate and respond to the needs of our guests, staff and vendors, through Christ-like service.
Demonstrate a posture of service that anticipates guest needs and responds with professionalism through intentional decisions and systems.
Manage with integrity the finances, people, buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry at <<insert camp’s name or camping services department name here>>.
Through a consistent and accountable evaluation process, we identify and provide opportunities for staff in continuing education, leadership development, career-pathing and cross-training.
Demonstrate a desire to grow through engagement in the Individual Development Plan process and participation in training and development opportunities.
Standing on the platform of national standards and metrics we gladly prepare an environment that glorifies Jesus Christ.
Execute daily responsibilities with attention to the standards and metrics required for excellent camp operations.
Execute all DIN/PM items assigned.
Document all work completed and items maintained.
Execute all duties as assigned.
Maintain operating records as required by the Site and Facilities Superintendent.
Operate and maintain camp property in a manner consistent with the instructions received from the Site and Facilities Superintendent and the Camp Manager.
PACE calls that align with the individual’s IDP.