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Handyman/laborer– Buildings, Maintenance and Grounds

Forest Lake Camp
Chestertown, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2025

Job description

Summary: We are looking for a general laborer/ handyman as a contract employee (1099 employment). This position will work closely with the Forest Lake Camp Caretaker and be responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the buildings and infrastructure. Fill your slower schedule with hourly work with FLC or have work while looking for your new career.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.

General Responsibilities:

  • Work independently and with others to continue to improve the camp facilities
  • Offer input and creative ideas related to the facilities and grounds that will enhance the experience of our campers and guests

Maintenance Responsibilities

  • Perform various handyman duties across all areas of the business including light/basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical
  • During the camp season (May to October) respond to maintenance requests from the summer camp and administrative staff
  • During off season (Oct/Nov/Dec and April/May/June) work through maintenance list at the direction of caretaker
  • Perform routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of all buildings
  • Assist caretaker in larger capital projects

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must have basic experience in handyman areas of carpentry, electrical work and plumbing
  • Experience with operating general maintenance machinery and equipment preferred
  • Experience using basic tools of the trades including impact screw guns, channel locks, hammers, etc (supplying own basic tools a plus)
  • Advanced building/carpentry, plumbing and/or electrical experience a major plus for the higher paying positions.
  • For higher paying open positions experience with various saws, nail guns, routers etc are expected
  • For highest paying openings experience with roofing (metal and shingle), residential electrical work, bathroom plumbing, painting, tile work and finish carpentry would be expected.
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects at once necessary
  • Must be able to establish and meet deadlines.
  • Must be able to complete projects on budget and on time.
  • Must be able to recognize and resolve problems collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be able to work independently and as a team player.
  • Must have solid communications skills with a willingness to ask for direction and clarification when needed

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Camp grounds and buildings.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to perform physical labor required including carry up to 50lbs
  • Ability to operate machinery needed for the job required

Hours available: 16-40 as needed

Pay: $16.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday; some weekends and nights
  • Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $16.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $30

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