Site Assistant

Rose Lodge OR

Description

Site Assistant - We offer rewarding opportunities to create impact for the community and remote beach access on the beautiful northern Oregon Coast. We are a nonprofit residential camp facility -- host to a diverse range of groups from youth campers and Outdoor School students to adults renting the facility for weddings or retreats as well as volunteers of all ages committed to the sustainability of Westwind. We are based in Otis, Oregon. Westwind Our Vision: We dream that all children have access to wild and undeveloped landscapes and are allowed to discover the interconnection, complexity, and splendor of living in balance with natural systems. Our mission: We will conserve the Westwind site in perpetuity; foster life-changing outdoor experiences for all children, families, and groups; and promote environmental stewardship as a basis for sustainable living. Our Equity Statement: Westwind’s future success relies on being a leader in getting all children outside, connected to nature, and nurtured by the wisdom of many cultures, backgrounds, places and generations. Position title: Site Assistant Classification: Full-time, year-round, non exempt Compensation: Pay range $16-18 hourly DOE. We offer health insurance including dental and vision, EAP, Employer Match SEP/IRA, Paid sick leave, vacation leave, program discounts, and mileage reimbursement Primary Responsibilities: The Site Assistant reports to Westwind’s Site Manager. This is a full-time, year-round position. At the direction of the Site Manager, the Site Assistant is responsible for assisting in all aspects of stewardship and operation of Westwind’s site, facilities and equipment. This includes but is not limited to: Greet, transport, and assist site guests of all ages and capabilities as needed. Perform daily, regular, seasonal and long-term building, custodial, site, and equipment maintenance. This includes maintenance and improvement projects on the site’s buildings, water, septic, power, communications, and transportation systems. Promote and support Westwind’s vision & mission. Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy working closely with others. Ability to lift 80 lbs, dig, load, repair, clean, walk considerable distances through sandy, steep and rough terrain. Ability to drive a trailered vehicle and tractor. Ability to use heavy equipment (front-end loader, ATV) and hand tools including a chainsaw, weed wacker and woodworking equipment. Ability to keep track of multiple simultaneous ongoing projects. To apply: Visit our website Submit application, resumé and cover letter for consideration.