What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay?
Description
Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council, Inc. (Council) is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the team. This role ensures a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for campers, visitors, and rental groups and performs hands-on maintenance, coordinates facility readiness, and supports safety and risk management.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Property Operations & Maintenance
Competencies and Areas of Expertise
Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council, Inc. (Council) is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the team. This role ensures a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for campers, visitors, and rental groups and performs hands-on maintenance, coordinates facility readiness, and supports safety and risk management.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Property Operations & Maintenance
- Perform routine grounds maintenance, landscaping, and general repairs to maintain a safe, welcoming, and program-ready environment.
- Conduct light carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and facility repairs, exercising independent judgment in prioritizing tasks.
- Inspect units, buildings, campgrounds, and common areas daily, promptly addressing any hazards or maintenance issues.
- Inspect company vehicles weekly, ensuring they are clean, operational, and properly maintained.
- Track and manage inventory of tools, supplies, and spare parts, restocking as needed to support smooth property operations.
- Support seasonal and special projects such as trail maintenance, tree trimming, winterizing, snow shoveling/plowing, and facility updates.
- Proactively identify, prioritize, and address maintenance needs as they arise, ensuring facilities remain safe, functional, and aligned with Girl Scout standards.
- Conduct regular inspections of facilities and grounds to identify hazards and ensure compliance with Council policies, regulations, and safety standards.
- Conduct staff and guest safety briefings, including fire, environmental, and emergency procedures, ensuring participants understand and follow safety protocols.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA standards and Council safety policies at all times, modeling safe practices for staff and volunteers.
- Serve as the contact for emergencies and incident reporting, exercising independent judgment and discretion when responding to urgent situations.
- Ensure all safety practices, emergency procedures, and risk management strategies support the Girl Scout mission and provide a safe environment for girls, volunteers, and guests.
Competencies and Areas of Expertise
- Strong interpersonal skills; able to work with diverse staff, volunteers, and guests with diplomacy and professionalism.
- Flexible, solution-oriented, and able to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks independently, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
- Creative problem-solving skills with a commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.
- Alignment with the values and principles of the Girl Scout Movement.
- None
- Work occurs both indoors and outdoors, including uneven terrain, stairs, and natural landscapes.
- Regular exposure to heat, humidity, rain, and other weather conditions.
- Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. occasionally and 20–30 lbs. frequently.
- Perform physical tasks including walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, and handling tools, equipment, or materials.
- Work independently and safely while performing maintenance, property operations, and guest services.
- Occasional travel to other Council property may be required.
- High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in property management, facilities maintenance, camp management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Prior experience in camp property operations preferred.
- Strong knowledge of landscaping, general construction, and building maintenance.
- Experience with basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills.
- Knowledge of OSHA laws and safety regulations.
- Ability to occasionally work nights and weekends, as needed.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to meet Council insurance requirements.
- Become a registered member of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America. Have working knowledge of the Girl Scout philosophy and program and be committed to the Girl Scout mission.
- Cope with stressors and demands that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable and defined levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained. While all jobs involve dealing with stressors, the particular stressors may vary job to job.
- Adaptable and flexible work environment including but not limited to working additional hours (nights and weekends) as business needs may require, handling more than one task concurrently and easily adapting to new assignments, systems, and processes.
- Possess a valid Driver’s License and have regular access to a reliable vehicle.
- While all these continuing responsibilities apply to all jobs in Girl Scouts, the specific ways in which they apply vary from job to job.
- Hourly Rate Range: $19.23 - $22 per hour
Salary : $19 - $22