MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

CAMP TAWONGA

Maintenance Technician

Job Title : Maintenance Technician

Department : Buildings and Grounds

Reports to : Buildings and Grounds Manager

Salary Range : $20-$24 per hour (housing and utilities are provided)

Location : Groveland, CA (living on Camp property)

About Tawonga

Tawonga’s mission is to provide recreational and educational programs for children, adults and families that build self-esteem, create a sense of community, foster connection with nature, and develop spirituality and positive Jewish identity. We run programs at our residential campsite next to Yosemite National Park and in the Bay Area, serving 5,000 people a year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Camp Tawonga is an Equal Opportunity Employer, values diversity and is committed to being an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, and to hiring people of color, LGBTQ individuals and women. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and organizational need.

Job Purpose

Maintain a safe, clean and well-running property.

Shared Values and Expectations

Act as a representative of the organization and demonstrate its goals in a positive and professional manner to all. Demonstrate professionalism and accountability. Take initiative to analyze and solve problems, treat others with courtesy and respect, maintain a high degree of ethics, integrity and confidentiality

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain 160-acre property and all buildings and systems in working order including septic systems, water system, refrigeration units, and electrical infrastructure, including responding to power failures.
• Ensure safety of camp from natural disasters, animals, and uninvited intruders and trespassers.
• Participate in capital construction projects, including new construction and repairs.
• Maintain health and safety of lawns, ball fields and trees.
• Maintain the exterior and interior of all buildings including carpentry and painting.
• Respond to emergencies and urgent repair needs.
• Repair and maintain equipment, including laundry machines, refrigerators, hand and power tools, machinery, water heaters, kitchen appliances, vehicles, trailers, etc.
• Keep camp clean and hygienic including housekeeping and trash collection as needed.
• Identify ongoing maintenance needs, prioritize and provide timely follow through.
• Work with campers on forest stewardship and other “Tikkun Tawonga” (repair Tawonga) projects.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Qualifications and Requirements

Knowledge and Skills

Supervision

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable people with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

limited to snakes and bears, hot and cold temperatures, and forest fires

Normal Working Hours

as scheduled. Summer work schedules will be coordinated with the team.

Special Requirements

Salary and benefits

To Apply

To ensure consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter explaining your qualifications for and interest in the position. Send applications to applications@tawonga.org with “Maintenance Technician” in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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Salary : $20 - $24