Senior Maintainer

POSITION SUMMARY:

Displays an active commitment to the mission of GSOFCT through creative and responsible performance of specific responsibilities.  At all times he/she must portray a positive image that is representative of policies, procedures, and promotes customer service to internal/external stakeholders.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work at various camps and maintain various Service Centers as assigned.
• Supervise and manage GSOFCT Rangers and Maintainers
• Manage Rangers and Maintainers PTO/Sick requests.
• Approve Property Team’s time sheets biweekly.
• Complete mid-term and annual performance reviews of maintainers and rangers
• Complete task lists when assigned.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all buildings, restrooms, kitchens, and activity spaces.
• Swimming pool maintenance. Filtrations systems, start up and closure, *Hold CPO certification.
• Train new property staff and summer program staff on usage and care of pools.
• Prepare all forms for permits for seasonal well and pool operation at all properties.
• Perform security walks weekly around the perimeter of the camp and throughout parts of undeveloped camp.
• Maintain utility reduction by ensuring all electricity is off, appliances unplugged, heat is off or turned down low.
• Schedule and perform all state/local walk throughs with officials at all properties, fire marshal, health departments, water system inspectors, boiler inspectors, insurance representatives, ACA accreditation.
• Distribute keys and assign alarm codes (Hartford) for incoming new employees, monitor, and remove codes from system as necessary.
• Inventory Control of all GSOFCT Property Department tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Formulate plans for preventive measures and deferred maintenance.
• Contact and coordinate volunteer workdays at properties with companies such as Edgewell, Voya, United Healthcare, Hopkins School, United Way, Quinnipiac University.
• Plan and execute work to be performed during volunteer workday events. Oversee property staff facilitating events.
• Assist the Director of Property with conducting electric/fire inspections.
• Assist the Director of Property with security walks weekly around the perimeter of the camp and throughout.
• Ensure all structures are locked when not in use, address and report all security concerns.
• Maintain utility reduction by ensuring all electric is off, appliances unplugged, heat is off or turned down low.
• Remove all leaves from units around buildings and gutters of all structures biannually.
• Plow, shovel and spread sand or ice melt when and where necessary within a timely manner of snow fall.
• Cut down dangerous trees as necessary to ensure the safety of campers, staff and or structures.
• Stock and supply firewood for campers 
• Arrange installation of and removal of Tents yearly.  Installation of tents by 4/1 and Removal by 10/15 of each year
• Complete work orders assigned return necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Maintain expense reports and submit in a timely manner.
• Perform landscaping duties as needed to always provide a clean exterior.
• Works cooperatively to ensure customer satisfaction with internal and external customers.
• Initiates Task list for Ranger and Maintainers based on site visits and plan of work.
• Schedules staff to complete work orders and ensure work is done efficiently and cost effective.
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual Inspections. Document/file all inspections.
• Meets regularly with Director of Property and Property team for updating and reporting
• Embrace and enhance a culture that values diversity and ensures that staff, girl and volunteer efforts reflect the council’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in supervising staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.

 ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS and PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

•  Operate commercial and non-commercial power equipment, such as mowers, weed trimmers, backpack blowers, chainsaws and power washers, snowplows, snow blowers, excavators, woodchippers and any equipment necessary to complete a project.
• Ability to train staff in the proper operation and maintenance of all equipment.
• Moderate carpentry, plumbing, electrical and painting skills.
• Ability to use a smart phone/technology/Laptop.
• Walk/Stand/Bend for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to work 40-hour work week flexible schedule to meet the needs of the council including overtime.
• On call various weekend and evenings
• Become a registered member and maintain membership in GSUSA.
• Fulfill job requirements which may require long hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to drive a truck, ability to drive a vehicle and haul trailers as necessary.
• Ability to purchase supplies and equipment.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff, girls, and volunteers.
• Ability to positively interact with internal/external customers to meet the needs of the council.
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license
• Must carry and show proof of liability coverage of personal vehicle.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Physical ability to lift 90lbs.