Maintenance Technician II - Colorado Springs, CO

Young Life; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Life in Colorado Springs seeks a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to lead on-site staff and oversee camp facilities, focusing on safety, teamwork, and reliable building/grounds care to support the organization's mission. You will supervise summer and winter crews, maintain records, and coordinate with the site and facilities superintendent.

A high school diploma and at least one year in maintenance or related trades are required, with certifications encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability and willingness to obtain certifications.
• Ability to organize and supervise people and tasks.
• General knowledge of multiple plant systems.
• Some experience in most of the construction trades.
• Physically able to perform the work.
• One year of prior experience in maintenance, facilities, repair, or a related field.
• Positive, flexible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct workers assigned to you.
• Supervise staff including summer and winter crews.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward staff and others.
• Collaborate with work crew bosses to ensure a positive experience on the property.
• Maintain operating records as required by the site and facilities superintendent.
• Possess basic knowledge of hand tools and some power tools.
• Operate and maintain camp property per instructions from the supervisor and camping manager.
• Work toward yearly camping goals as outlined.
• Relate to site supervisor and staff across departments to ensure smooth program operation.
• Engage with the local community to reflect Young Life policies.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Plant systems

Construction trades

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Because of Young Life’s exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation ,
Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

At Young Life, our mission is to introduce adolescents to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their faith. We invite you to join us in this life-changing work, building relationships and creating spaces where young people feel seen, known, and loved.

Essential Duties: Supervision

• Offer leadership and direction to those workers assigned to you.
• Supervise staff whom the site and facilities superintendent may assign to you, both summer and winter. This includes full and part-time camping staff, in addition to maintenance summer staff, work crew, volunteers and other people who may be assisting with a maintenance or project function on the property.
• At all times, maintain a pleasant, positive attitude toward staff and others involved in the program, conveying the idea of maximum service consistent with the capabilities of the property and equipment.
• Work closely with the work crew and summer staff bosses in making the work experience a positive time of personal growth for the individuals that have volunteered their time at the property.

Reports, Record Keeping and Maintaining a Budget

• Maintain operating records as required by the site and facilities superintendent.

Operation and Maintenance Responsibilities

• Possess a basic knowledge of hand tools and some power tools.
• Responsible for maintaining and operating two to three specific equipment or areas as designated by the site and facilities superintendent.
• Operate and maintain camp property in a manner consistent with the instructions received from the site and facilities superintendent and the camping manager.

Goals

• Work toward the specific implementation of individual camping goals as outlined yearly.

Relationships

• Work closely with the site and facilities superintendent, guest services coordinator and assigned staff on all matters involving use of the property for the program.
• Cooperate with all other departments on the property to operate as a team and produce a well functioning body.
• Relate to the local community in a manner best suited to carry out the public relations policy of Young Life as presented by the camping manager.

Working Conditions:

• Must be capable of spending most of the workday standing or walking.
• Must be adaptable to all work environments, inside and out.
• Must be capable of working on projects over/above head, as well as bending, kneeling, crawling in/around attics, crawl spaces, etc.
• Capable of digging, shoveling and raking various compounds.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability and willingness to obtain certifications.

Experience Required For The Job:

• Ability to organize and supervise people and tasks
• General knowledge of multiple plant systems
• Some experience in most of the construction trades
• Good attitude and willingness to learn
• Must have a positive, flexible attitude
• Physically able to do the work

Job Specific Working Conditions:

Additional Experience Required For The Job:

• One year of prior experience in maintenance, facilities, repair, or a related field required.

Pay Transparency

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is outlined below. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the United States.

The anticipated hourlyrate for this position can range from $17.85-$22.30depending on relevant education, experience, and location.