Camp Abnaki Property Manager

Lansing YMCA; Vermont; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Burlington YMCA in Vermont seeks a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor for Camp Abnaki in North Hero. You will oversee the property, buildings, and grounds, ensuring safety, security, and regulatory compliance for health and safety laws.

Responsibilities include coordinating seasonal opening and winterization, managing vendors and projects, supervising staff and volunteers, and supporting other facility needs. This role offers on-site housing at camp Abnaki.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance role.
• At least one year of experience working in a resident camp setting, preferred.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation, drive, flexibility, and adaptability.
• General employee management skills along with office management and general administrative knowledge.
• Possess excellent judgment skills with the ability to make safe decisions in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform under pressure in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and campers of all ages.
• Clearly provide instruction and direction to ensure the efficiency and safety of participants involved.
• Develop relationships with campers and guardians to ensure trust in the brand.
• Possess a strong sense of patience and acceptance.
• Ability to direct large groups at one time.
• Strong knowledge of camp, state and federal regulations and health and safety laws and awareness.
• Must be CPR/First Aid/AED certified within the first 60 days of employment.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record to meet driving and insurance requirements.
• This position may reside on camp property in housing provided by Camp Abnaki.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, safety, and security of camp buildings, cabins, grounds, utilities, equipment, and vehicles.
• Coordinate seasonal opening, operation, and winterization of camp facilities.
• Manage vendors, contractors, construction projects, and site improvements; supervise grounds care and general upkeep.
• Oversee grounds care, landscaping, trees, roads, trails, and snow removal; coordinate volunteer work groups.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of facilities; identify and address safety and maintenance needs.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Landscaping

Job description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This role oversees the property and grounds at Camp Abnaki in North Hero and is part of the facilities and maintenance team of the Greater Burlington YMCA. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, overseeing the maintenance, repair, safety, and security of camp buildings, cabins, grounds, utilities, equipment, and vehicles; coordinating seasonal opening, operation, and winterization of camp facilities; managing vendors, contractors, construction projects, and site improvements; overseeing grounds care, landscaping, trees, roads, trails, and snow removal; coordinating volunteer work groups; maintaining cleanliness and housekeeping of facilities; identifying and addressing safety and maintenance needs; and supporting other YMCA facility and maintenance needs as assigned.

• Possess a skill set in one or more of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or landscaping.
• At least five (5) years of experience in a maintenance role.
• At least one (1) year of experience working in a resident camp setting, preferred.
• At least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation, drive, flexibility, and adaptability.
• General employee management skills along with office management and general administrative knowledge.
• Possess excellent judgement skills with the ability to make safe decisions in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform under pressure in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and campers of all ages.
• Clearly provide instruction and direction to ensure the efficiency and safety of participants involved.
• Develop relationships with campers and guardians to ensure trust in the brand.
• Possess a strong sense of patience and acceptance.
• Ability to direct large groups at one time.
• Strong knowledge of camp, state and federal regulations and health and safety laws and awareness.
• Must be CPR/First Aid/AED certified within the first 60 days of employment.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record to meet driving and insurance requirements.
• This position may reside on camp property in housing provided by Camp Abnaki.