Facilities Assistant Part-Time

Newportchamber; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Newportchamber is looking for a part-time facility maintenance worker to support the upkeep of Club buildings and grounds. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in maintenance or construction. Tasks include repairs, equipment inspections, and assistance during fundraising events.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with proficiency in using power tools and safety equipment. Flexibility for evening and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in facility maintenance or construction preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a Chauffeur Driver’s License within the first 90 days of employment.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on club facilities and equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify safety hazards.
• Assist in setting up and breaking down equipment for events.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-starter

Safety equipment maintenance

Proficiency with power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power equipment

Heavy machinery

Job description

Under the direction of the Operations Director, assist in the maintenance and repair of the Club’s buildings, grounds, vehicles, equipment and other facilities consistent with the mission and established policies and procedures of the organization.

Position Type: Part-time

Positions Available: 1

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent or two years of experience in a facility and site maintenance, construction, or grounds keeping business.
• Valid and current driving license, chauffeur’s license preferred.
• Ability to work on a team, relate and work well with others.
• Self-starter and organizer.
• Ability to accept guidance, direction and supervision.
• Proficiency in the safe and proper use of power equipment and tools, heavy and light machinery, and building materials
• All staff are expected to assist with our major fundraising events and to help fundraise
• Staff must be flexible as our schedules change to serve our members – evening and weekends are expected during the year.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) License preferred, training can be provided.
• Pool operations experience (chemical balancing, backwashing, ECT) preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification (training provided post hire).
• A Chauffeur Driver’s License MUST be obtained in the first 90 days of employment.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Maintain grounds, handling equipment such as mower, tractor, chain saws, etc., in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on club facilities, equipment, and grounds, including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical and carpentry tasks.
• Perform janitorial and general maintenance duties such as sweeping, scrubbing, waxing floors, washing windows and screens, putting up and taking down screens and storm windows, cleaning bathrooms, and assisting with cleaning dining hall.
• Dispose of trash and waste and manage recycling
• Assist in conducting initial and end of season inventories.
• Store equipment safely.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify safety hazards or maintenance needs, ensuring compliance with BGCA, OSHA, ACA and all other regulatory safety standards.
• Support the Facilities Manager and Operations Director in managing vendors and contractors for larger repairs or maintenance projects.
• Maintain Safety Equipment (e.g. first aid kits, smoke and CO detectors, emergency lighting) and ensure they are in good working order
• Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines, including local, state and federal as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
• Assist in setting up and breaking down equipment for programs, events and club activities.
• Respond to immediate facility issues or emergencies such as spills, broken equipment and weather-related concerns.
• Support logistics for Club programs and events, including moving furniture, setting up rooms, and transporting supplies.
• Ability to understand and implement safety regulations and procedures
• Ability, both visual and auditory, to identify safety hazards and monitor guest and staff behavior and enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures
• Ability to walk, stand, bend and stretch
• Ability to lift, up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment weighing up to approximately 75 pounds may be required.
• Ability to safely and properly use power tools and equipment
• Ability to safely drive cars, light trucks, tractors, and other motorized vehicles
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to Club operations.
• Additional skills with maintenance of transportation fleet, plumbing/electrical skills and/or certification preferred.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers and club members in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness or injury).

Disclaimer

• The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.