Maintenance Manager

Ready to dive into epic outdoor adventures and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) - the oldest conservation, education, and recreation organization in the USA! Our passion for the outdoors knows no bounds, and we want YOU to be a part of it. As an employee, you'll unlock access to exciting programs, policies, and procedures that empower you to make a real difference. Join the AMC team now and embark on the journey of a lifetime!

Three Mile Island Camp (TMI) is a rustic retreat owned by the Appalachian Mountain Club. For over 120 years, the camp has provided guests with an opportunity to leave hectic, technology-dependent lives for a vacation in natural surroundings. The camp is a 43-acre island located on New Hampshire’s Lake Winnipesaukee and is frequented by families, couples, and individuals who stay one or two weeks in simple, lakeshore cabins or tents. Guest’s days are spent relaxing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, fishing, playing tennis, reading, and talking with others. The facilities include a main lodge, dock area, 51 lakeshore cabins and tents, outhouses and other buildings, boats and recreational equipment, and woods and walking paths. Three family-style meals are served daily. The camp is supported by a dedicated volunteer committee that provides management and operational oversight.

The Maintenance Manager at Three Mile Island oversees the maintenance, planning, and seasonal upkeep of the camp’s facilities as well as serves as a mentor to the camp’s crew. The island has 51 one-room wood cabins and several larger buildings including a boathouse, recreation hall, main house with kitchen and an office/store. The Maintenance Manager has 1 full-time assistant and other staff support as needed to perform facilities maintenance and instruction.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING AT AMC

• Maintenance, planning, and seasonal upkeep of the island’s buildings and facilities such as structural maintenance, painting, and staining.
• Be a mentor to the crew. The crew should learn valuable skills and develop a strong work ethic.
• Instructing and mentoring 17-20-year-old crew members in carpentry, maintenance, tool safety, and professional conduct is an important facet of this position.
• Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned

WHAT AMC IS LOOKING FOR

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work closely with a small crew
• Friendly, outgoing manner, and commitment to public service
• Carpentry and maintenance experience & skills
• A desire to mentor young adults
• A willingness to share and enjoy the values and lifestyle of the camp
• Physical abilities: Ability to stand, sit, walk and lift/carry up to 40 pounds from waist to head high and from floor to waist high is required.

WHAT AMC CAN OFFER YOU

Salary range: $7,500 - $8,500 / season

We are committed to equitable compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

• Room & Board: Dorm-style room FOR FREE – meals included, too!
• Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
• Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
• Other Team Member Perks:
  • 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
  • Free Annual AMC Membership
  • 4 Free nights at AMC locations
  • Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

HOW TO APPLY AT AMC

Please include a resume and cover letter. No phone calls or agencies please.

AMC welcomes all qualified candidates to apply and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals from racially and/or ethnically diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from LGBTQ+ communities, and individuals who experience intersectionality with one or more of these identities.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.