Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for the preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and upkeep of buildings, mechanical systems, vehicles, equipment, and infrastructure throughout the Star Lake Camp and Conference Center. The position supports a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for guests, staff, and volunteers through skilled maintenance practices, effective use of the MaintainX CMMS platform, and adherence to organizational safety and stewardship standards. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with benefits in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies and practices.

Responsibilities

Safety:

• Participate in annual safety training and assist with promoting the safe operation and maintenance of equipment throughout Star Lake.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of tools, vehicles, machinery, and facility equipment, documenting the findings and corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining the security of buildings, grounds, equipment, and maintenance assets.
• Respond promptly to safety concerns and complete repairs necessary to address identified hazards and code compliance issues.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, American Camp Association (ACA) standards, New Jersey health and safety regulations, and Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, safety checks, and maintenance activities using MaintainX.

Maintenance & Facilities Operations:

• Coordinate effectively with supervisors, staff, vendors, and contractors to support facility operations and guest experience
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings, grounds, vehicles, equipment, and facility infrastructure.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical components, carpentry, mechanical equipment, and facility assets, within the scope of training and applicable regulations.

• Assist with maintaining inventory, supplies, parts, tools, and equipment records within MaintainX.
• Complete assigned work orders, inspections, preventive maintenance tasks, and repair documentation within MaintainX.
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities and equipment and recommend repair, replacement, or capital improvement needs.
• Assist with construction, renovation, painting, and improvement projects throughout the property.
• Operate, maintain, and repair power tools, hand tools, maintenance equipment, tractors, trucks, and snow-removal equipment.
• Assist with opening facilities in the spring and winterization/closing activities in the fall.
• Maintain motors, engines, pumps, and mechanical equipment in safe working conditions.
• Support custodial, grounds, and site improvement projects as needed.
• Maintain benches, fences, bridges, porches, decks, docks, playground equipment, walkways, and other outdoor infrastructure to ensure safety and appearance.
• Coordinate effectively with supervisors, staff, vendors, and contractors to support facility operations and guest experience.
• Respond to facility, utility, and equipment emergencies and participate in an on-call rotation as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and operations of Star Lake Camp and Conference Center.
• Typical schedule is Wednesday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Schedule may be adjusted to support special events, seasonal operations, emergencies, or organizational needs.
• Must be available for occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Three years of maintenance experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general building repairs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• EPA or HVAC certification
• CMMS experience (MaintainX or similar).
• Camp, conference center, educational facility, or hospitality maintenance experience