Job Title: Facilities Assistant 

Reports to: Facilities Director  

Classification: Hourly. We are looking for one person to work full-time or two individuals to work part-time  

Location: On-site  

Who we are 

With nature as our catalyst, Camp Fire Minnesota energizes youth to discover their spark so their futures glow brighter. Youth spend 90% of their time indoors – and that was before COVID-19. Camp Fire Minnesota addresses this challenge by delivering culturally relevant, nature-based programs onsite at our camp property in Excelsior and throughout the community to thousands of youth from all backgrounds each year. We help youth “light their spark within” through summer and school break camps, environmental education & STEM classes for schools (in-person and virtual), and community-based out-of-school time nature programs.  

We are proud to offer inclusive and welcoming programs to youth in the community, including free and reduced rate programs and a scholarship program. As a result of their Camp Fire experience, 93% of youth report valuing nature and stewarding the environment.   

Where we are headed  
Camp Fire Minnesota envisions a future where every youth has access to nature-based experiences and learning.  Looking ahead, our organization's 2024-2026 Strategic Plan focuses on advancing our mission through a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Central to our strategy is the active engagement of both youth and adults in co-designing impactful experiences that center youth voices, giving them more power in decision-making processes. The plan includes three strategic goals: expanding community-building efforts to involve a broader range of partners; infusing nature learning into all programs to promote environmental sustainability; and transparently sharing our organization's journey, emphasizing our inclusive approach centered around youth experience and ideas.  

Inclusion Statement: 

Camp Fire believes in the dignity and the intrinsic worth of every human being. We welcome, affirm, and support young people and adults of all abilities and disabilities, experiences, races, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, religion and non-religion, citizenship and immigration status, and any other category people use to define themselves or others. We strive to create safe and inclusive environments that celebrate diversity and foster positive relationships. All are welcome at Camp Fire. 

About This Position 

As a Custodial & Facilities Assistant you will help to create a clean, safe, and inviting space for participants, staff and visitors. This position is responsible for the overall cleanliness and orderly appearance of buildings, facilities and outdoor spaces. 

We’re looking for someone who is: 

• Attentive to details and proactive to foresee and resolve issues. 
• Calm and an effective problem solver. 
• Proud to ensure a great first impression with Camp Fire participants and guests. 

Primary Responsibilities 

Daily custodial duties:  

• Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, and common areas 
• Empty trash and recycling, and restock supplies 
• Set up and take down furniture or equipment for events 
• Report maintenance or safety issues as needed 
• Follow cleaning and safety procedures 

Event Set-up & Prep: In collaboration with the events and programs teams, the Facilities Assistant ensures all facilities and outdoor areas are clean, set-up appropriately, and ready for guest arrival.   

Grounds Maintenance: Assist in the overall upkeep and maintenance of buildings and facilities on the property including but not limited to mowing, basic facility repairs, etc. 

Physical Demands: 

• Required to walk, sit, stand, bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move continually during working hours  
• Required to feel objects and use fingers to operate tools and controls  
• Must be able to lift objects up to 50lbs  
• Able to work both indoors and outdoors and in precarious or high locations 

Qualifications: 

• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents 
• Prior knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, as well as basic understanding of upkeep and care of equipment used for cleaning desirable 
• Previous facilities or janitorial experience desirable 
• Strong communication skills 
• Ability to work well with colleagues and interact with young people  

Hours: Schedule: Mid May–October: 32-40 hours per week if full time, or 15-20 hours a week if part-time. Opportunity to extend employment beyond October.  Work hours may include evening and weekend hours depending on scheduled events and programs. 

Salary and Benefits   

Pay is $20-$22 per hour and earned sick and safe time.  

Camp Fire Minnesota is strongly committed to addressing environmental justice.  

We encourage candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, Black, Indigenous and People of Color, LGBTQIA2S individuals, and unemployed persons to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Camp Fire we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and someone who is committed to our mission and values. We encourage you to apply,