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Girl Scouts of Northern California · 5 months ago

Property Specialist-South

Soquel, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20/hr - $22/hr

2+ years exp

Girl Scouts of Northern California is dedicated to building girls and employees of courage, confidence, and character. They are seeking a Property Specialist to provide maintenance services on camp properties, ensuring a clean and safe environment for members and guests, while also overseeing the use of facilities and maintaining accurate records.

Non Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide general maintenance services on Girl Scouts of Northern California camp properties, including (but not limited to) grounds keeping, janitorial maintenance, pool maintenance, light carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and repair of recreational structures

Support in maintaining camp sites, facilities, vehicles, and equipment in good working condition

Ensure a clean, safe, friendly, and welcoming camp site for girl members, volunteers, and employees to enjoy

Assist in opening/closing facilities for guests – includes overnight stays or trips as planned with the Site Manager

Oversee the use of the property and facilities, including check-in and check-out and troubleshooting

Ensure the safety and security of all site guests and camp participants

Keep accurate records including timesheets, inventory, vehicle information, receipts, etc

Perform ongoing facilities maintenance and repair services (painting, minor carpentry, securing all structures and equipment, etc.)

Conduct grounds keeping and landscaping duties, such as tree work and gardening

Regularly inspect buildings and units after each use for any health concerns or safety hazards – Use safety practices while on the job and notify the Site Manager of any potentially unsafe conditions

Provide maintenance and repair support to all Council Properties as assigned

Provide quality cleaning services regularly including (but not limited to) emptying garbage and recycling, sweeping and mopping floors, buffing floors, cleaning table tops, etc

Pick up trash and transport to the dumpster or transfer station daily (or as required)

Keep track of materials/supplies and restock/replenish when necessary (toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc)

Order or purchase supplies when needed for the property and/or as required by the Site Manager

Provide assistance to guests and camp participants such as replacing light bulbs and screens, moving furniture, or assisting in program set-up

Qualification

Property maintenanceLandscaping experienceExperience in tradesSafety procedures knowledgeCommunication skillsDiversityInclusionBilingualTeam collaborationCritical thinkingGrowth mindsetPersonal responsibility

Required

Minimum age requirement: 18 years old

High School diploma or GED

2+ years of experience in general landscaping and property maintenance

Ability to work independently and with the Site Manager to meet established work plans

Ability to assess site needs and use initiative to care for the property

Ability to climb ladders without assistance

Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills – Ability to provide direction to property renters and guests, visitors and staff members

Experience operating a tractor with grading blade

Ability to use and repair hand and power tools

Ability to use a mop, broom, and other cleaning tools and supplies without assistance

Ability to traverse properties and walk rough terrain or work in high altitudes

Stamina to work outdoors in various weather conditions

Knowledge of safety procedures

Experience in 2-3 of the trades—carpentry, construction (general), heating and air conditioning, painting (interior and exterior), fencing, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems—to maintain buildings and grounds, utilities, vehicles, and water supply systems

Ability to work some nights and weekends, as well as overnight stays as needed

Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 lbs. (maneuver safely in rugged terrain, climb hills and ladders, work outside in inclement weather, and sustain physical activity above 5,000 feet elevation)

Ability to meet the Girl Scout background and verification standards

Final candidates undergo a background investigation including a criminal, education, SSN, professional licensing and driving check verification

Preferred

Current California Driver's license, valid auto insurance, and be insurable by the council auto policy carrier, and have access to a vehicle on a daily basis

Knowledge of/experience in the Girl Scout Movement

Bilingual, knowledge of other languages and cultures