Position Summary

Camp Interlaken is seeking dependable, hardworking Grounds Maintenance Assistant to assist with the daily maintenance, upkeep, and operation of camp during the summer/fall season (May - October). This role is essential to keeping camp running smoothly. You will help ensure that buildings, grounds, and equipment are safe, clean, and functional for campers and staff. This is a hands-on, active role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, and being part of a team.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our maintenance team, you will share responsiblity for the physical integrity of our 106-acre property, including cabins, communal buildings, and sprawling outdoor spaces.

• Grounds & Landscape Stewardship: Maintain paths, roads, and lakefront safety. This includes mowing, trimming, raking, and managing outdoor lighting for safe navigation at night.
• Facility & Cabin Maintenance: Conduct regular safety inspections and perform "handyman" repairs such as fixing screens, doors, locks, and basic carpentry (bunks, decks, stairs).
• Mechanical & Plumbing Support: Act as a first responder for minor plumbing issues (leaky faucets, clogged drains) and assist with the seasonal opening/closing of water systems.
• Waterfront & Pool Safety: Ensure docks, piers, and railings are secure and perform basic pool cleaning to keep our waterfront welcoming.
• Equipment & Safety: Safely operate power tools and mowers, maintain an organized shop inventory, and ensure fire safety readiness across the camp.

Who You Are

We are looking for a proactive "fixer", someone who sees a loose board or a flickering light and takes care of it before it’s even reported.

• Experienced: You have 1–3 years of experience in facility maintenance, residential repair, or a trade (carpentry, plumbing, or electrical).
• Skilled: You are comfortable operating lawnmowers, leaf blowers, chainsaws, and basic power tools.
• Active: You enjoy being on your feet, can walk a large property, and are comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs in various weather conditions.
• Community-Minded: You have a friendly, professional demeanor and enjoy working in a vibrant environment filled with children and young adult staff.
• Reliable: You are at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and are available for on-call needs during the peak summer season.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible seasonal schedule, including some on-call hours.

Benefits

• Participation in a defined contribution 403(b) retirement plan
• A commitment to professional development

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (414) 964-4444 or contact us at hr at jccmilwaukee dot org.