What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Maintenance Assistant position at The Salvation Army Eastern Territory?
Overview
Location: Camp CONNRI (Ashford, CT)
Status: Non-exempt, Full-time (June-August), Casual (August - early May)
Hours Per Week: 40 (May - early August)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (includes two 15-minute paid breaks per day)
Scope of Position: Support the daily upkeep, cleanliness, repair, and overall appearance of Camp CONNRI & Lodge facilities and grounds. This position helps create a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for campers, guests, retreat groups, and staff through routine maintenance, custodial care, seasonal preparation, and groundskeeping.
Responsibilities
- Assist with deliveries, supply movement, and general property support needs.
- Assist with groundskeeping duties, including mowing, trimming, brush removal, snow removal, and general landscaping.
- Assist with opening and closing seasonal facilities, including cabins, kitchens, and program spaces.
- Follow all safety guidelines, sanitation standards, and The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
- Help prepare facilities for camps, retreats, meetings, and special events, including setup and teardown.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
- Monitor buildings and grounds for maintenance concerns and report issues promptly to the supervisor.
- Operate lawn and maintenance equipment safely and responsibly.
- Perform custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal, window cleaning, and general sanitation.
- Perform minor maintenance and repair, such as changing light bulbs and filters, unclogging drains, painting, and carpentry repairs.
- Support the daily maintenance and operation of camp buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Support the mission and ministry of The Salvation Army through service and teamwork.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, bending, walking, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, maintenance tools, and safe equipment operation.
- Experience in maintenance, custodial work, carpentry, plumbing, or related trades is helpful.
- Experience operating lawn and grounds equipment, such as mowers and weed trimmers, preferred.
- Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning.
- Will respect and promote the interests of The Salvation Army. The individual is not required to embrace the tenets of faith, but they are required to promote and respect The Salvation Army's mission.
Learn more about The Salvation Army's Southern New England Division at https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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