Wanted - Housekeeping Staff at Summer Camp and Retreat Center

Oconomowoc WI

Description

URJ Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI), a Summer Camp in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, is looking for a hands-on, full-time, year-round, on-site Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness of campgrounds and buildings. Responsibilities include but are not limited to maintenance and repair of the camp’s building, grounds, equipment, and other facilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Housekeeping • Perform general janitorial, housekeeping, maintenance duties as assigned by supervisor. • Sweep, scrub, wax floors; wash windows and screens; put up and take down screens and storm windows, and repair same. • Repair toilets, lights, doors, windows, and maintain vehicles. • Dispose of trash and waste.   • Manage recycling and disposal needs. • Shovel snow. Maintain Grounds • Assists with the preventative maintenance and repair of the camp’s buildings, grounds, equipment, and other facilities consistent with the mission and established policies and procedures of the camp. • Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs (not requiring permits) to the physical plant and equipment including but not limited to plumbing, electrical carpentry, masonry, heating, painting, plastering, electronics, kitchens, toilets, and air conditioning equipment. • Inspect and report on damage, or malfunctioning of components of physical plant, make necessary adjustments or repairs. In collaboration with supervisor, coordinate major repairs with outside contractors. • Maintain grounds and landscaping, including mowing, plant pruning, weed-whacking, leaf removal, and debris removal, to ensure a desirable appearance. • Monitor inventory of building supplies, tools, and equipment and report such to Physical Plant Manager. • In partnership with the Physical Plant Manager, prioritize work to ensure cleanliness of campgrounds and buildings. Complete projects as assigned by the Physical Plant Manager and/or Camp Directors. • Set up and break down rooms for meetings and conferences, assuring all supplies and equipment are provided. • Respond to group needs regarding physical set-up and repairs. • Assist in end-of-season inventory. QUALIFICATIONS To be successful in this job, you excel in the following areas: • Experience as a cleaner or housekeeper, or a willingness to learn and strong motivation • Maintenance. Experienced or ability to learn general maintenance duties –grounds keeping, and other general maintenance duties. Previous camp maintenance, facility/property management, or physical plant experience is desired. • Licenses. Valid Driver’s License. • Communication & Collaboration. Ability to work on a team, relate and work well with others. Ability to accept guidance, direction, and supervision. Able to ask for help when needed. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Physical Demands: Lifting and carrying up to 75 lbs. Stamina and willingness to work long hours, in inclement weather and for stretches of days. • Ability to work irregular hours including weekends. • Ability to pass a criminal background check