Overview
The Camp Caretaker’s main objective is the upkeep and maintenance of Professor Valley Field Camp’s facilities and grounds. This role is responsible for ensuring that all areas of our camp remain clean, safe, and operational throughout the program season. The Caretaker collaborates closely with the Operation Director as well as external service providers (such as plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians) to ensure the safety and functionality of major systems at PVFC.
Type: Full time, Seasonal
– Pay: $20 per hour
– Benefits: Free housing in an on-site Tiny Home, meals provided during programs
– Schedule: Average 40 hours/week from March 30 – June 5 and August 29-November 6.
– Summer reduction: Average 20 hours/week from June 5 – August 28.
– Note: Reduced summer hours, see schedule for more information
View full job description and application instructions: https://cfimoab.org/employment/camp-caretaker/
Qualifications:
- Proficiency with basic hand and power tools (power saws, brush cutters, pruners, etc.)
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions such as heat, wind, or rain.
- Ability to lift and transport materials weighing up to 50 lbs
- Strong risk-management skills and ability to follow organizational safety protocols
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Basic First Aid certification
- Must be able to pass a background check
Required Skills:
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
- Facilities and grounds maintenance
About Canyonlands Field Institute
Canyonlands Field Institute (CFI) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in Moab, Utah. For over 40 years we have been rooted in our mission to cultivate connection to self, community, and nature by creating inclusive educational pathways to the outdoors. We believe in nurturing students of all ages and backgrounds, connection to self, community, and natural spaces. Through meaningful outdoor educational programming, CFI seeks to build immersive learning experiences by combining place-based science, an unplugged from technology environment, play, exploration, artistic expression, and Social Emotional Learning curriculum. By joining our educational community, you can help us grow the next generation of caring leaders and environmental stewards, who can affect positive change in our world. As an employer, CFI aims to build a diverse set of skills in some of the most beautiful places on the planet.
