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Grounds Associate (Star Lake Camp Complex)

Part-time

The Salvation Army

Bloomingdale, NJPart-time$18/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$18/hr
Location
Bloomingdale, NJ
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

The Salvation Army is hiring a Grounds Associate (Star Lake Camp Complex). The Grounds Associate works under the Facilities Supervisor to care for, treat, repair, and maintain the grounds of the Star Lake Camp Complex. This non‑professional, hourly role requires reliability, physical labor, and strict adherence to safety and maintenance standards, including OSHA and Salvation Army guidelines.

Key focus areas include Assist with site and equipment security, Implement repairs in response to health and safety violations, and Follow all safety guidelines including OSHA and related standards.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Two Years Relevant Work Experience, and Certified Recovery Specialist Certification. Important skills include Campground Maintenance, Health And Safety Codes, Follow Safety Procedures, Physical Tasks, Trauma Informed Care, and Sanctuary Model. Preferred (not required): Bilingual Spanish.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Campground MaintenanceHealth and Safety CodesFollow Safety ProceduresPhysical TasksTrauma Informed CareSanctuary ModelBilingual SpanishCrisis InterventionLeadershipStreet OutreachIntake ScreeningReferral ServicesResource CoordinationCultural SensitivityCampground Maintenance KnowledgeOSHA Safety Guidelines KnowledgeAmerican Camp Association Standards KnowledgePhysical Labor

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDTwo Years Relevant Work ExperienceCertified Recovery Specialist CertificationValid Driver’s LicenseReliable TransportationPA Child Abuse History ClearancePA State Police Criminal Record CheckPA DHS Criminal Record Fingerprint CheckPA Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting TrainingUnderstanding Domestic and Foreign Human TraffickingSupport for Salvation Army Mission

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Grounds Associate (Star Lake Camp Complex)

Job Locations US-NJ-Bloomingdale

Job ID

2026-15018

Category

Maintenance

Compensation

Salary is $18.00/HR

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

The Grounds Associate works directly under the Facilities Supervisor and is responsible for the care, treatment, repair, and general maintenance of the grounds across the Star Lake Complex.This is a non‑professional, hourly position requiring reliability, physical labor, and adherence to safety and maintenance standards.

Responsibilities

Safety

  • Assists with the security of the site and equipment

  • As directed, implements repairs, in response to any health and safety violations

  • Ensures all safety guidelines are followed. Including standards directed by OSHA, The Salvation Army, industry standards, American Camp Association (ACA), State of New Jersey, & Dept. of Health.

Maintenance

  • The Grounds Associate is responsible for seeing that equipment is maintained in accordance with relevant regulations.

  • As directed, ensure that all garbage is regularly cleared from the receptacles around the camp and disposed of in a proper manner.

  • Ensure that the dump area on the site is kept free from debris and in presentable condition.

  • Assists with all custodial maintenance projects as directed by the Facilities Supervisor

  • As directed, ensure that all benches on the site are maintained, cleaned and cared for, as well as maintain and clean bridges, farm decks, porches, wood pathways, fire circle seats.

  • As directed to ensure that playground areas are properly mulched, as per standards.

  • Move picnic tables, benches, garbage cans as directed.

  • Keep roads well maintained and clear of debris.

  • Maintain lawns by mowing and trimming grass.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Complete all duties as assigned by the Facilities Supervisor.

  • Scheduled to work from 7:00 AM – 3:00 pm five days per week. The typical work week will be Mon-Fri.; however, this schedule may be altered to accommodate special weekend events and summer camp. In addition, the mechanical worker will also be “on call” for emergencies or special needs.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of field related to campground maintenance. (i.e. trees, lawns, shrubs, flowers, waterfronts, and trails)

  • Familiar with guidelines associated with and relevant Health and Safety codes

  • Ability to follow established safety procedures and perform physical tasks associated with grounds upkeep.

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