Position Summary

The Facility and Property Maintainer is responsible for the upkeep, safety, and operational readiness of Girl Scouts of Connecticut (GSOFCT) camps, service centers, and related properties. This role supports the GSOFCT mission by ensuring that facilities and grounds are safe, secure, well-maintained, and prepared for year-round use by campers, staff, volunteers, and visitors. The Maintainer works independently and collaboratively, responds to maintenance needs, and provides on-call support as required.

Key Responsibilities

Facility & Property Maintenance

• Maintain and repair lighting fixtures and electrical systems.
• Perform routine electrical and fire safety inspections.
• Conduct biannual inspections of camp facilities and structures.
• Ensure all buildings and structures are secured and locked when not in use.
• Monitor and reduce utility usage by ensuring lights are turned off, appliances unplugged, and heating systems turned down or off as appropriate.
• Remove leaves from units, building perimeters, and gutters on a biannual basis.
• Perform landscaping duties as needed to maintain clean, safe, and presentable grounds.
• Cut down or mitigate hazardous trees to ensure the safety of campers, staff, and property.

Grounds & Seasonal Operations

• Plow snow, shovel walkways, and spread sand or ice melt promptly following snowfall.
• Stock, prepare, and supply firewood for camper use.
• Coordinate annual installation and removal of tents, ensuring installation by April 1 and removal by October 15.

Safety & Security

• Conduct weekly security walks around camp perimeters and designated undeveloped areas.
• Monitor property conditions and report safety concerns promptly.
• Serve on-call during designated evenings and weekends as assigned.

Work Orders & Administration

• Complete assigned work orders and return required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Submit purchase receipts within 48 hours of purchase.
• Submit weekly timesheets by Monday for the prior work week.
• Complete task lists and documentation as assigned.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Support and collaborate with all GSOFCT staff.
• Lead volunteers or staff on projects as assigned.
• Work across multiple camps and service centers as needed.
• Maintain service centers and shared facilities as assigned.

Other Duties

• Work a standard 40-hour workweek with overtime as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support organizational operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Must register as a member of Girl Scouts of Connecticut.
• Ability to work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate GSOFCT vehicles.
• Ability to safely operate equipment, including trucks, snow plows, tractors, chain saws, and related tools.
• Ability to purchase supplies and equipment in accordance with GSOFCT procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Commitment to complying with all Council property, safety, and employee policies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 90 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to walk long distances, navigate uneven terrain, bend, climb, and perform physically demanding tasks.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily outdoors at camp properties and service centers, with exposure to varying weather conditions, heavy machinery, and physically demanding tasks.