Live-in Caretaker Couple (Year round duties with FREE housing)

Kootenay Employment Services Society; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Live-in Caretaker Couple to oversee security, maintenance, and customer liaison at their year-round campground. The ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and some basic maintenance capabilities. The position offers free housing and a negotiable salary package of $55,000, alongside a commitment to organizational values. Interested applicants should submit their resumes via email or mail.

Benefits

Free housing

Negotiable compensation package

Qualifications

• Preferred candidate will have Christian beliefs.
• Previous caretaking experience an asset but not necessary.
• Ability to complete required paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Provides security, maintenance, and customer liaison for the campground.
• Comply with site Rules & Regulations and Caretakers Contract.
• Maintain yearly occupancy at the residence provided.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Basic maintenance skills

Good communication skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mower

Tractor

Chain saw

Job description

Live-in Caretaker Couple (Year round duties with FREE housing)

Employer Rock Lake United Church Campground

Terms Permanent P/T

Start Date

Requirements Preferred candidate will have Christian beliefs and the following qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Previous caretaking experience an asset but not necessary
• Some basic maintenance skills (carpentry, electrical, plumbing). Trades or contracting skills are an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to complete required paperwork
• Class 5 Driver's License or better
• Basic computer & cell phone skills
• Lawn mower, tractor, chain saw experience
• Ability to work with Board members, campers, renters, youth, and hired contractors
• Good communication skills
• Appreciation of nature and the outdoors

Duties Primary Duties

• Provides security, maintenance, and customer liaison for the Rock Lake United Church Camp and Rock Lake Campground
• Report to designated members of the Rock Lake United Church Camp Society (RLUCCS)
• Maintain yearly occupancy at the residence provided at RLUCC
• Comply with site Rules & Regulations, Caretakers Contract, & Caretaker Duties

CONTRACT CRITERIA:

• Yearly accommodation at RLUUCC with compensation
• Negotiable contract with 5-year commitment with a first year probational contract
• Candidate encouraged to find additional winter employment in the area and during times of employment during the site open months (May-Oct), the Caretakers' representative must be on site when the caretaker cannot be on site
• Approved candidates must agree to having a Criminal Record Check for employment and yearly United church camps

Salary (negotiable) with Free Housing

Proposed compensation: $55,000 + compensation package

Shortlisted candidates will receive a site interview and a Board interview before hiring

Please email resumes with references to: Attn: Hiring Committee
[e-mail]

Or mail at:
Rock Lake United Church Camp Society (RLUCCS)
Box 286 Jaffray, B V0B 1T0

Thank you for your interest in the position

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT: October 15, 2025

To Apply Please use the contact information as directed in the listing.

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