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Apply To apply or ask questions about this position, please contact   Tami Robinson ,   trobinson@younglife.ca . When applying via email be sure to include a   cover letter and current resume . Our selection process will begin immediately, however, we will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Thank you for your interest in working with Young Life and RockRidge Canyon. Position Purpose RockRidge Canyon is a Young Life of Canada property in Princeton, British Columbia, owned and operated by Young Life for the purpose of reaching teenagers with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It additionally functions as a Christian conference and retreat centre when not being used by Young Life.  RockRidge Canyon is committed to providing “attentive hospitality” to our guests. This means working to consistently exceed the expectations of our guests in quality of service, facilities, and overall experience. Reporting to the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Head Housekeeper is responsible for overseeing standards of cleanliness proper cleaning procedures for all buildings assigned, in addition to assisting with training, and assigning duties to interns and volunteers. As a Christian with a vibrant and growing faith, the Head Housekeeper will mentor staff, interns and volunteers to help them on their spiritual journey as they serve in the Housekeeping Department. The Head Housekeeper supports the Housekeeping Supervisor and rest of the property staff team to achieve the vision and mission of Young Life to “glorify God by sharing Jesus Christ with the entire next generation” as outlined in Young Life’s Strategic Plan. As an ambassador for Young Life, you help ensure RockRidge Canyon’s appearance and activities promote, enhance, and protect Young Life’s brand, and boost its reputation with relevant constituents, as well as driving broader awareness. You subscribe to Young Life’s Statement of Faith and abide by its Codes of Conduct. Key Duties and Responsibilities Spiritual Leadership Spiritual Leadership  Model Christ in word, deed and actions.  Model and promote Young Life’s mission, core values, and strategic plan.  Provide spiritual leadership to direct reports and volunteers.  Pray for kids, Young Life volunteers, and fellow Young Life staff. Ensure that all ministry at RockRidge Canyon is designed and carried out with a dependence on prayer that flows from a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.  Pursue spiritual growth.  Provide an atmosphere where growth in Christ can happen for the volunteers and staff in the Housekeeping Department. Supervision and Training  Provide training for Housekeepers, Interns and volunteers  Assist with the supervision of the Housekeepers, and Interns and volunteers assigned to the Housekeeping Department, including schedule of duties and coordination of cleaning efforts.  Personally inspect all camper dorm hallways, bathrooms, porches, lounges and walkways.  Periodically check dorm cleaning supply closets for neatness, adequacy of supplies and proper labeling of containers.  Inspect public areas and bathrooms daily for detail cleanliness and stock supplies.  Work with maintenance in the upkeep of any equipment used by housekeepers.  Complete housekeeping work as required to maintain camp excellence.  Perform other related duties as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor. General Expectations Convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff and respond to the unexpected needs of our guests in a prompt and professional manner.  All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college age young people who serve at RockRidge Canyon.  Be available to help other departments at the discretion of the Housekeeping Supervisor.  Maintain a positive attitude and a friendly, professional manner to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.  Observe and report unsafe work conditions to the relevant manager.  Operate property vehicles safely (respect all signage, including speed limits and parking).  Provide positive, professional and effective leadership for staff, volunteers, casual employees and interns.  Assist with training and supervision of volunteers and employees as directed, ensuring they understand their responsibilities, safety concerns and performance standards.  Relate to all property staff in a professional way that enhances the total flow of camp operations.  Lead by example by coordinating with other property staff to ensure that tasks are being performed up to standards, in proper priority, in a timely manner and in harmony with the rest of camp operations.  Maintain appropriate personal boundaries with other property staff, volunteers and guests. Team Duties and Responsibilities Model open communication and work collaboratively with the Young Life field and property staff team, for the good of the organization, in support of Young Life’s mission, core values and strategic plan. Cultivate effective working relationships with property staff, volunteers and guests. Lead by example in cooperating with all other departments on the property to operate as a team and produce a well-functioning body. Relate to all property staff in a professional way that enhances the total flow of camp operations. Coordinate with other property staff to ensure that tasks are being performed up to standards, in proper priority, in a timely manner and in harmony with the rest of the camp operations. Attend staff meetings, staff conferences, and prayer days. Nourish a truthful, accountable, forgiving, joyful, and healthy work culture. Personal and Professional Development Pursue opportunities to learn through books, podcasts, courses, etc. Qualifications RockRidge Canyon is a non-profit Christian organization which has as its primary purpose the promotion of the interests and welfare of those who wish to share in the Christian Experience. As such, you must have a vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ as a condition of employment. Involvement in a local church is expected. You must be able to give spiritual leadership to volunteers and interns and subscribe to our statement of faith. Education and Experience  High school education with the ability to read and write English proficiently.  Housekeeping experience in a large hotel or camp environment is an asset.  Solid knowledge, understanding and experience in Young Life or other youth ministry is preferred.  Experience in not-for-profit or public organization is an asset. Skills  Strong ethical, Christ-like character.  Demonstrated flexibility and responsiveness to schedule changes and requests from guests.  Demonstrated ability to organize and direct a variety of Property Staff, Interns and volunteers.  Model responsible work habits, effective servant-leadership and stewardship.  Strong analytical and decision making skills.  Excellent time management skills. Able to manage conflicting priorities, effectively plan work, and meet deadlines in a high demand environment.  Good Emotional Intelligence competencies, including interpersonal and customer service skills. Strong relationship building skills. Strong communication skills. Diplomatic and tactful. Abilities RockRidge Canyon is a non-profit Christian organization that has as its primary purpose the promotion of the interests and welfare of those who wish to share in the Christian experience. As such, you must have a vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ as a condition of employment.  Proven ability to provide effective spiritual leadership.  Natural leadership abilities and confidence. Able to guide, supervise, and motivate staff and volunteers.  Results oriented coupled with ability to work with a diverse team. Able to patiently work under pressure.  Intermediate proficiency in a Windows based operating environment and MS Office suite required. Other requirements:  Must be willing to relocate to Princeton, BC.  Current clean criminal record check, including vulnerable sector search required.  Valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract required.  Occupational First Aid Level 1/ CPR-C / AED required or obtained within first three months of employment. Work Conditions Work Location  Work is performed in a rural camp setting.  Work is performed indoors and out of doors throughout the year in all weather conditions. Physical Requirements Work requires the employee to able to physically perform the cleaning duties. Must be able to stoop and reach in order to clean hard to get at places. Will be exposed to cleaning chemicals and dirt.  Work requires the employee to walk or stand for up to 60-80% of the time.  May be required to lift materials weighing 50 pounds and do other things such as pushing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing, reaching, pulling, etc  The employee is required to see, talk and hear. Work Environment  Work is deadline driven.  Work is seasonal and at times there will be large volumes of work to undertake. Hours of Work Generally, the workweek is 40 hours.  Work weeks may not be non-standard and weekend work is frequently required including early mornings, weekends & split shifts.  Workdays may exceed 8 hours. Hazards Hazards are considered minor and controllable.   Note: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements. Other duties may be assigned.

Do you like to bring glory to God by using the skills He has given you in a specific trade? Do you have well-rounded maintenance experience that enables you to perform a variety of tasks to maintain buildings and equipment? JAARS is in need of skilled workers to help us maintain our various facilities and equipment on center so that we can continue to make Bible translation and language development possible. Could you become part of the team? This is a 1.0 FTE (40 hrs.) position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US  Brief Description Maintain, inspect, repair, and perform skilled maintenance service on facilities and grounds. Responsibilities Perform a variety of skilled maintenance work requiring knowledge and experience in one or more skilled trades Install various items and/or system components of a complex nature Maintain facilities, tools, and equipment in safe, comfortable, and operating condition Inspect and perform routine repairs on machines, equipment, or structures Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities Diagnose and resolve facility operational and/or safety concerns Test and/or troubleshoot to assess an item’s function and recommend repair or replacement Complete projects and work orders efficiently and record job tickets daily Guide general maintenance technicians in performing skilled trades to develop their knowledge and skills Be reliable with a keen eye for detail Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Experience and knowledge of operating equipment, precision measuring instruments, or electronic testing devices used in your specific trade Ability to perform job functions with appropriate materials, tool, methods, and equipment Flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances Skilled in the use of hand and electrical tools Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems desired Ability to read blueprints/drawings and repair manuals Good organizational, time management, and follow up skills Very good communication and interpersonal skills  JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation

Use your commercial HVAC skills to support Bible translation through installing, upgrading, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems at the JAARS Center. Your involvement will provide the services to keep our staff in comfortable working conditions, so that they can provide the technical and logistical support that makes translation work possible in the most remote locations. Office, medical, childcare, and housing facilities on the JAARS Center also allow missionaries to receive training, healthcare, and spiritual renewal. Your services will greatly impact their stay here. Brief Description Repair and maintain various heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems for JAARS buildings. For .05 FTE (20 hrs.) volunteer or staff person who raises support  Must be able to work in the US Responsibilities Perform preventative maintenance Respond to repair requests on various systems at JAARS Install or assist in the installation of new systems Assist facilities maintenance administration in making recommendations for equipment upgrades Requirements and Experience Desired Experience in servicing commercial HVAC systems Certification in handling refrigerants, such as R-22, R-134a and R-410 Two years of experience in general maintenance work JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values   Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation