Live-In Camp Maintenance & Grounds Keeper

Oakland Human Resources Consortium; Hazel Park (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residency at Camp

Job summary

Oakland Human Resources Consortium is seeking a Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker to maintain 80 acres and multiple buildings at a camp facility. The role requires handling septic/water systems, refrigeration, electrical, carpentry, and safety oversight, with on-call emergency response.

The position includes living at the camp year-round under a lease with Hazel Park Schools, reflecting a residency-based compensation model. Prior construction & maintenance experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, sheetrock, painting, HVAC, and concrete work.
• Current Michigan Driver's license.
• Able to operate wells, pumps and water treatment.
• Demonstrated ability to work without supervision.
• Sufficient prior construction and maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain 80 acres and all buildings and systems in working order including septic systems, water system, refrigeration units, and electrical infrastructure, including responding to power failures.
• Ensure safety of camp: people, natural disasters, animals, and dealing with uninvited intruders and trespassers.
• Participate in capital construction projects.
• Maintain health and safety of lawns, fire-pit, docks, nature paths and trees.
• Responsible for the exterior and interior maintenance of all buildings including carpentry and painting.
• Respond to and handle emergencies at any time including when on-call.
• Repair and maintain equipment, including, refrigerators, hand and power tools, machinery, water heaters, kitchen appliances, vehicles, trailers etc.
• Keep camp clean and hygienic including housekeeping and trash collection as needed
• Identify ongoing maintenance needs, prioritize and provide timely follow through
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical

Plumbing

Sheetrock

Painting

HVAC

Tractor operation

Concrete work

Wells & pumps

Water treatment

Driver's license

Teamwork

Independent work

Construction experience

Building codes

Safety regulations

Plumbing installation

Electrical repair

Rough & finish carpentry

Roofing

Job description

Oakland Human Resources Consortium is seeking a Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker to maintain 80 acres and multiple buildings at a camp facility. The role requires handling septic/water systems, refrigeration, electrical, carpentry, and safety oversight, with on-call emergency response.

The position includes living at the camp year-round under a lease with Hazel Park Schools, reflecting a residency-based compensation model. Prior construction & maintenance experience is essential.