Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Assistant

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Part-Time, Seasonal Camp Maintenance & Grounds Assistant supports the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital’s camp facilities. Working under the direction of the Facilities Manager, this role is responsible for the upkeep, safety, and improvement of buildings, grounds, and equipment.

This role requires someone who can be trusted to work independently while also collaborating with staff and volunteers, ensuring a safe, well-maintained environment and positive experience for all who visit the property.

SCHEDULE

This is a seasonal, part-time position running through November at the Girl Scout camp property located in Mt. Solon, VA. The schedule is three days a week, six hours per day, with a consistent set schedule established in collaboration with the Facilities Manager.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly camp environment at all times.
• Learn and apply camp rules, regulations, and facility procedures.
• Assist in emergency preparedness and response (fire, storms, flooding, freezing, high winds); maintain and update evacuation plans as required.

Maintenance & Operations

• Conduct regular inspections of property, identifying and completing needed repairs and security improvements.
• Ensure the proper maintenance and appearance of all camp structures and grounds (e.g., tent platforms, shelters, shower houses, lodges, cook shelters).
• Maintain camp vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order and keep written inventories.
• Ensure camp appliances (stoves, furnaces, water heaters, etc.) remain in safe operating condition.

Volunteer & Community Relations

• Prepare job/project lists for volunteer groups; Provide onsite support for troops and reservations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with visitors, volunteers, the local community, and public officials.
• Provide a high level o...