Job Details

Facilities Team Member

Facilities team members are frontline staff for the overall maintenance and improvement of the physical grounds and buildings of Santa Barbara Christian Camp.

Essential Functions

1. Basic knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, and electrical.
2. Vehicle and facilities maintenance
3. Landscaping and groundskeeping
4. Safe operation of tractors, trucks, trailers, and other vehicles
5. Safe operation of various minor equipment and tools

Additional Functions

1. Assisting other departments when facilities-related needs arise, i.e., moving furniture, ladder work, heavier lifting, etc.
2. Assisting with weather-related issues: snow removal, water damage, roofing issues, etc.
3. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor, including hospitality, kitchen, and recreation.

Major Competency Areas

1. Safety first mindset at all times
2. Attention to detail
3. Ability to organize and maintain a clean work area
4. Ability to follow instructions, learn new skills, and accept guidance/supervision
5. Ability to work alone and with others in a timely manner
6. Excellent attitude with guests and co-workers
7. Background in maintenance or another construction trade is preferred, but not necessary
8. Strong aptitude for problem-solving

Qualifications

1. Godly, Christian character, integrity, and adaptability
2. Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
3. Must be able to work some weekends and odd hours, as needed.
4. Current driver's license
5. Agreement with Santa Barbara Christian Camp's mission, vision, values, and doctrinal statement, and compliance with the employee handbook

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to work outside in inclement/extreme weather conditions (hot and cold)
2. Must be able to lift 75 pounds
3. Ability to stand for long periods of time
4. Abilities sufficient to carry out the essential functions of the job, including good balance

Tasks May Include:

1. Grounds repairs, including mowing, weed whacking, raking, using mechanical blowers, tree removal and clean up, sprinkler system repairs, and in the rarest of circumstances, snow removal, etc.
2. Drywall repair, including hole patching, texturing, painting, caulking
3. Minor electrical, plumbing, or HVAC repairs
4. Minor roof repairs
5. Minor carpentry work. This includes both rough and finish carpentry work
6. Minor repair on camp vehicles and equipment
7. Occasional use of heavy equipment such as tractors, excavators, snowplows, or dump trucks
8. Using mechanized tools and equipment
9. Using manual tools and equipment
10. Moving bunk beds, furniture, or other heavy items
11. Holding heavy items in place
12. Lifting and carrying materials and supplies, ladders, hoses, tools, equipment, boxes, bed frames, etc.
13. Walking and standing for long periods of time, walking backwards while carrying items
14. Working at heights above 20 feet on occasion
15. Leaning
16. Bending over
17. Stooping
18. Reaching
19. Lifting
20. Pulling
21. Pushing
22. Squatting
23. Climbing/Descending ladders
24. Digging, sweeping, and shoveling
25. Crawling: under buildings, vehicles, furniture, equipment
26. Walking on uneven surfaces and terrain