Job Details

All camps share a common purpose: creating an environment where Young Life staff bring Christ to life by creatively presenting the complete gospel of Jesus Christ. Speaking clearly from the Scriptures, camp speakers introduce kids to the person of Christ, the nature of humanity, the work of Christ on the cross, the hope of the resurrection and the opportunity for reconciliation with God.

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Landscape Worker
Summary:
This position will take care of all that grows on the camp property (i.e., lawns, flowers, trees, etc.) The position is hourly and seasonal, usually from late spring to early autumn. In the summer months, this position is not only a gardener but directs summer staff gardeners.

Essential Duties:

Maintain the existing landscape of the camp by:

Watering (i.e., sprinklers, hoses and watering cans) all that grow on the property daily.

Feeding (i.e., fertilizers, mulches and soil additives) on a scheduled basis.

Pruning dead branches, vines or unwanted foliage.

Mowing and edging all lawns on a weekly basis.

Weeding, where necessary, all beds, lawns and paths.

Develop work assignments and special projects for summer staff gardeners.

Work with the hospitality coordinator on developing special projects.

Police and take care of the gardening shed by making sure that all tools are working properly and are stored in an orderly fashion. Keep the building swept and clean.

Put in new landscaping (i.e., planting flowers, shrubs and trees, laying sod, etc.)

Order and purchase various flowers, shrubs, trees, sod, etc.

Keep good records and develop schedules on what has been completed, what needs to be completed and when it needs to be completed.

Learn and document new ways of doing things better.

Working Conditions:

This position requires that the staff person be able to: lift at least fifty (50) pounds of materials waist high, operate mowers, tillers and other equipment necessary for landscaping and lawn care, stand on his/her feet for at least eight hours a day, bend, twist, carry and do other physical activities necessary to perform this job.

The majority of the job will take place out of doors, and the staff person will be exposed to heat, cold and various climate conditions as well as dirt and chemicals used in landscaping.

Education:

High school education

Continuing courses in horticulture

Experience Required For The Job:

Knowledge of area plants and shrubs highly desired.

Ability to oversee day-to-day maintenance functions, personnel and projects.

Note: Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. 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 attend our camp.

Job Specific Working Conditions:

As is true at every camp in the mission, serving at Woodleaf presents with both incredible benefits and unique challenges. Located in the Plumas National Forest, Woodleaf is a remote and rural place and our staff have the opportunity to build community while both living and serving together. Trips to town are an "event" not a daily part of life. Although you can grab a jug of milk from the local Dollar General, the closest significant city is one hour away. For those with families, this is a family venture as many of the amenities that people are often used to in larger cities are not immediately available. Education options include public, charter, private, or homeschool options but most traditional options involve a lot of driving and many at Woodleaf have opted for charter school or homeschool options. For those willing to make some unique lifestyle adjustments, living and working at Woodleaf is an amazing adventure. The weather is fantastic overall. National parks, the coast, and large cities are only a day trip away (San Francisco, Yosemite, Sacramento, Lassen, Lake Tahoe, the Redwoods, etc.).

This is a full time year-round job that pays $16 per hour, includes a 12% cost of living adjustment, and provides a full Young Life benefits package.

Notes:

Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. 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 attend our camp.