Caretaker/Maintenance Positions
Long Pond Cabins, a family-oriented vacation spot located in the
Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York, is in need of two caretakers
for the summer season (preferred start date of mid to late April/May,
2007– two preferred ending
dates, June 2007 and early September 2007 ). Salary will range from
$2,500 to $7,200 and will be based on the number of weeks that can be
committed to Long Pond Cabins and hours worked per week (32-40 hours).
This is a contract position. The position includes free housing in a
modest, shared 2-bedroom lake view cabin. The caretaker will perform
the following duties:
(applicant should have basic knowledge of the following activities)
- Cabin repair/upkeep: carpentry, plumbing,
roofing, electrical, screens, decking, steps, painting, flooring, water
lines, septic systems, etc.
- Project assessment, getting supplies and
materials at local stores (Long Pond vehicle may be used) and seeing
projects to completion.
- Clean cabins for 4 hours on Saturdays and as
needed during week.
- Assist guests in lighting propane gas heaters
and in preparing woodstoves (includes bringing firewood to cabins and
removal of ashes).
- Lawn maintenance and grounds work: raking,
mowing, weeding, cleanup of branches/trash, fill in potholes, etc. May
involve use of chainsaw, weed whacker, and power mowers. Responsible
for light maintenance of equipment, as appropriate.
- Beach maintenance: rake beach, clean docks and
floating raft, pick up trash, trash disposal.
- Painting: interior and exterior.
- Maintenance of recycling area and removal of
recyclables .
Applicants must be able to work independently and
be self-motivated. Must have a valid US driver’s license and be able to
drive a stick shift/manual transmission vehicle. Applicants must have
their own automobile for personal use. Caretaker is responsible for own
meals and regular cleaning of their cabin. Pets are not allowed. A
couple will be considered.
How To Apply:
Completed resumes or job experience/interest should be emailed to
longpond@cabinscottages.com.
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