Maintenance & Grounds Worker

Summary: The Maintenance & Grounds Worker works with the Maintenance Supervisor to provide maintenance and upkeep of approximately 35 buildings and 14 acres of property on the grounds of a cottage colony in the town of Schroon Lake, NY.  Property includes two asphalt tennis courts, an asphalt volleyball court, and several play areas, as well as grass areas, trees, shrubs and waterfront.  Maintenance and grounds staff also sets up, maintains and stores all equipment related to the operations of the waterfront and beach, including swimming rafts and boat docks. 

Supervision:  The maintenance & grounds worker reports to the Maintenance Supervisor

Period of Employment:  May 1 through September 30 annually (some flexibility on start and end date)

Main duties:  

With the maintenance supervisor:

  • Open the property in springtime and prepare it for occupancy by July 1, including moving and placing furniture per individual cottage needs

  • Clean up and maintain the grounds, including, leaf and limb spring clean up, mowing and trimming

  • Remove from storage and put into use any outdoor furniture, beach chairs, watercraft, swimming rafts, buoys, boat docks, returning all to storage at the end of the season.

  • Proactively maintain and repair approximately 35 buildings, which are approximately 90 years old, on the grounds, including light electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, flooring, septic, pest control and roofing repairs required. Most of the buildings are residential, but three are for storage, one is a large community facility and another is used for laundry.

  • Organize and stock the maintenance and repair facility on the grounds in which tools, supplies and equipment are stored

  • Collect trash from all buildings at least once per week

  • Close all buildings and facilities for the winter after the departure of guests on Labor Day

Requirements:

  • Must be capable of lifting heavy objects of at least 50 pounds on a regular basi

  • Must possess basic skills in electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, flooring and roofing

  • Possessing a “customer first” and “positive teamwork” attitude

  • Willing to work up to 40 hours per week

  • Resident of Warren or Essex County, NY, or willing to relocate there during May - September

  • Clean criminal record

  • Must have permission to work in the United States

  • Must have spoken English skills

  • Prior experience in maintenance and repair

  • Must have an active driver’s license

Compensation:

  • Salary based on Experience ($18-$22 per hour on the books)