Specialty Facilities Crew

First Light Resorts; California; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay first year

Healthcare after 90 days

401K with company match

Regular schedule

Housing option

Job summary

Rush Creek Lodge is seeking a hands-on Facilities Crew Member to join our maintenance team in Yosemite National Park, CA. You will work closely with the Facilities Manager to keep the lodge functioning, perform daily upkeep, and support guest satisfaction.

The role is 100% on-site, outdoors, with responsibilities across water systems, irrigation, and general maintenance. A strong work ethic and teamwork are essential for success in this remote, scenic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in facility maintenance.
• Experience with plumbing, irrigation, landscaping and general labor is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain lodge water systems (freshwater, greywater, blackwater).
• Maintain irrigation systems and landscape areas across properties.
• Care for water features and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Assist with painting, refinishing and other projects as needed.
• Work independently or with the team to uphold safety standards and guest experience.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly and communicate professionally.

Skills

General maintenance

Troubleshooting

Guest service

Teamwork

Safety

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1+ year facilities experience

Plumbing/irrigation/landscaping

Driver's license

Rural/remote work experience

Tools

Power tools

Irrigation equipment

Electrical basics

Vehicle maintenance

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Rush Creek Lodge - Yosemite National Park, CA 95321Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyCOMPENSATION: Starting at $20.00/hour

SNAPSHOT

A hands-on hospitality role where every day brings new adventures - both on the job and outside in Yosemite's great outdoors.

IS THIS THE RIGHT JOB FOR ME?

• Do you love making people happy and being part of a diverse team?


• Have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude?


• Enjoy the outdoors and living in a remote, nature-filled setting?


• Want to gain facilities and maintenance experience - with room to grow if you excel?

If that sounds like you, this might be the perfect role.

ABOUT US

We are a group of beautiful lodges bordering Yosemite National Park, near granite peaks, fresh mountain air, and some of the most iconic views in the world. We're looking for a specialty maintenance crew member who is excited about providing memorable hospitality experiences and helping support a fun and rewarding work environment.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE

• Competitive pay and benefits


• Supportive, inclusive team culture


• Knowledgeable coworkers who share expertise and guidance


• Work where people vacation - hike, climb, explore, or relax in Yosemite's beauty on your days off

WHAT WE OFFER

• Sick pay in first year; paid time off thereafter


• Healthcare benefits available after 90 days


• 401K eligible with company match after 1 year


• Regular work schedule with specific days off


• If living in lodge-owned housing, room & board available for fixed weekly cost

WHAT YOU WILL DO (JOB SUMMARY)

We are looking for a talented, experienced Facilities Crew Member to complete our facilities & maintenance team at the Lodge. Our Facilities Crew works closely with our Facilities Manager to ensure the property functions well, is exceptionally maintained and provides a great guest experience. The position includes support of ongoing maintenance programs as well as daily maintenance and facilities needs. This is a 100% hands-on role, with days spent solving facilities and maintenance issues in the field. The Facilities Crew role, with its broad scope and mission-critical responsibilities, is a key position at our lodge.

We are looking for a warm, friendly person leading a healthy, active lifestyle, who has high standards and high integrity, and who has been a top performer in his/her previous roles. The Lodge is an amazing place to live and work, and we welcome career-oriented applicants.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy helping guests and creating a welcoming environment


• Are reliable, detail-oriented and organized


• Can balance multiple tasks while maintaining food and safety standards


• Work well independently and as part of a supportive team

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting with the operation and maintenance on Lodge freshwater, greywater, and blackwater systems


• Assisting with maintaining and installing various irrigation systems on property


• Cleaning, monitoring, and maintaining our beautiful series of man-made water features


• Mulching the many freshly-planted hillsides that stretch across our properties


• Other miscellaneous tasks such as refinishing/painting projects, pinball machine repair, tractor operation, chainsaw operation, and much more


• Work independently and as a team to uphold the property’s maintenance standards


• Enthusiastically support all facets or facilities operations


• Carefully follow written and verbal instructions


• Provide exceptional guest service and warm, caring hospitality


• Responds to maintenance requests quickly and effectively


• Communicate professionally at all times with all staff and management


• Support team members and interns while fostering a positive work environment


• Work safely, address/report safety issues, and use proper personal protective equipment


• Comply with work shift schedules and break requirements


• Perform other duties as assigned, including additional lodge support as needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED; college degree a plus


• Minimum one-year prior work experience in facility maintenance or similar


• Previous experience in plumbing, irrigation, landscaping, and general labor/construction


• Possess a driver’s license with a clean driving record


• Experience successfully living/working in rural/remote environment

COMPETENCIES/REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong basic knowledge and skills in all areas including general construction, electrical, plumbing, painting, vehicle maintenance, and winter maintenance


• Exceptionally strong troubleshooting skills and general maintenance acumen


• High attention to detail and safety precautions


• Work with construction equipment and power tools while adhering to safety practices


• Strong guest service and hospitality focus


• Reliable, dependable and punctual


• Works well as part of a team and supports others


• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills


• Follows company policies, procedures, and safety standards


• Communicates appropriately, supportively and professionally


• Adaptable, takes initiative, and able to multitask and troubleshoot in a fast-paced setting


• Demonstrates good judgment, integrity, honesty and professionalism


• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow


• Leading a healthy, balanced, drug-free lifestyle

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions


• Frequent walking, twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, sitting, climbing stairs


• Ability to stand and move continuously


• Lifting up to 80 pounds and moving carts weighing 300 pounds


• Working with required chemicals and PPE


• Shifts of up to 8 hours per day, plus periodic additional overtime hours and help covering additional shifts when needed

NOTE

We are an equal opportunity employer and extremely proud of our highly diverse team and embrace diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.