Type: volunteer position with housing, meals, more (see below)
Organization: Salt Spring Centre of Yoga
Location: Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
(Position available immediately)
The Centre has an opening for a Maintenance & Safety Manager. This position
reports to the Operations Coordinator
and is responsible for attending to the
day-to-day physical upkeep and safety of indoor and outdoor equipment, systems
and buildings. The Maintenance & Safety Manager also trains, schedules and
supervises volunteer staff assigned to maintenance in an effective, supportive
manner.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada and should have knowledge of
and experience with carpentry, generators, appliance and small engine repair,
pressure washing, painting, plumbing and water systems, standard practices and
tools used in maintenance and repair of building facilities, and safety
practices and procedures related to the building trades. The ideal candidate
possesses effective communication skills and is able to follow oral and/or
written instructions, communicate well in both oral and written form, maintain
organized work areas, keep work logs, and establish and maintain cooperative
and effective working relationships with all those contacted in the course of
work assignments, including volunteer staff and program participants.
Possession of a driver’s license valid in BC is also required.
They would be expected to be in alignment with the mission and vision of the
society, have a passionate interest in a yoga lifestyle and a deep commitment
to spiritual goals and a personal practice. Familiarity with the teachings and
practices of classical ashtanga yoga as taught by Baba Hari Dass are an asset.
The work week is approximately 40 hours, which includes time for community
meetings. Applicants should have a strong desire to experience life in an
upbeat, vibrant working community based on yoga philosophy and practice. We
accept sincere applicants of all ages, nationalities and religious traditions
who wish to further their spiritual development through the practice of
selfless service.
Please apply online:
http://saltspringcentre.com/volunteer-opportunities/maintenance-safety-m…