The Facilities and Grounds Technician is responsible for inspection, maintenance and repair of buildings, structures, activities and vehicles ensuring compliance with safety and predictive/productive maintenance regulations. In addition, the Facilities and Grounds Technician will assist with our extensive grounds ensuring that they are well maintained, groomed, and clean delivering an outstanding experience to all campers, parents and guests who visit our Michigan location. There is potential for either filling a full-time position or multiple part-time positions, but all candidates should be located within 15 minutes of the camp location in Evart, Michigan, for on-call responsibilities.

• Responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of SpringHill vehicles and trailers including activity equipment.
• Assist in the care of maintenance of the facilities and grounds.
• Assist the Facilities and Grounds Manager in monitoring and tracking incoming repair and preventative work orders and perform preventative maintenance.
• Assist with carpentry, painting and other construction trades.
• Construct, maintain, and ensure safety for winter sports including tubing hill and lanes.
• Perform basic inspections, maintenance and repair tasks as assigned to ensure buildings, vehicles and equipment operate safely, efficiently and as designed.
• Oversee, lead and manage groups of Seasonal Staff and Volunteers.
• Perform opening and closing day camp duties.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission and ministry philosophy of SpringHill.
• Associates degree or equivalent trade experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Camp Ministry, Facility Maintenance, Landscape Maintenance, Property Maintenance or related field preferred.
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing or carpentry experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the organization's auto insurance policy.
• Certification and/or experience in driving large equipment, CDL preferred.
• Ability to exercise judgment and make good decisions.
• Ability to work in inclement weather or during disaster situations.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Self-starter who is highly motivated and able to work unsupervised for extended periods.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Evening and weekend work will be periodically required.
• Must be able to lift, bend, and twist.
• Ability to push and pull loads.
• Must be able to lift frequently up to 35 lbs.; occasionally 35-100 lbs. with assistance.
• Good hand-eye coordination.