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Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit
Camp Facilities and Grounds Coordinator
Career Insights for Recreation / Activities Worker
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What they do
A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
$30,438 / year median in Michigan
+5% projected growth
Job Description
A. Maintenance & Repairs
- Supervise and coordinate maintenance activities and assistants.
- Manage maintenance schedules, outside contractors and multiple projects simultaneously.
- Maintain facilities for trash removal, gas and electric utilities and other services.
- Maintain inventories of maintenance supplies and equipment.
- Order equipment and supplies as needed, within budget ensuing timely arrival of materials.
- Maintain grounds to reduce risk of danger or injury to persons using grounds and facilities. This includes but not limited to trimming trees/shrubs, chopping firewood, thinning out wooded areas, mowing lawns and trimming.
- Maintain in good operating conditions and be knowledgeable of applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to sewer, water, garbage, electrical and water standards.
- Provide on-call service during evening and weekend hours in the event of an emergency involving the facilities, equipment, property, and/or vehicles.
- Work with the Director of Camp Services to ensure grounds and facilities are in compliance with all applicable local, state, federal, and American Camp Association standards.
- Work with the SVdP Director of Facilities on preventative maintenance, repairs and capital projects for oversight and approvals. B. Food Service & Cleaning
- Assist with the kitchen responsibilities when workload is heavy or during the off season.
- Cleaning of buildings before and after group rentals. C. Program Responsibilities
- Availability at all times for rental groups through rental season.
- General supervision of rental groups to ensure proper use of the facilities.
- Coordinate development of annual plan for the immediate, short term and long-term capital needs of the camps.
- Work and assist on all capital campaign projects.
- Maintain the positive image of St. Vincent de Paul and both camps throughout the local community.
- Coordinate and work with volunteers to assist in general upkeep of the camp properties.
- Have a working knowledge of OSHA, community fire, police and emergency service agencies.
- Organize and keep all work areas clean.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in facilities maintenance and prior experience in supervisory role.
- Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, septic, electrical, vehicles, painting and other skills necessary to perform above stated maintenance responsibilities.
- The ability to host and represent SVdP to groups that rent the camp facilities.
- The ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and identify areas that need external expertise in order to keep camp facilities and grounds in good condition.
- The ability to work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member in a matrix reporting structure.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Requires a valid Michigan driver's license, an insurable driving record, and the use of a personally owned vehicle for work-related travel.
Expected hours:
40.0 per weekBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance