The Centre has an opening for a Maintenance & Safety Manager. This position reports to the Operations Manager 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.
The ideal candidate is familiar or experienced with carpentry, generators, appliances, small engines, plumbing and water systems, painting, standard practices and tools used in maintenance and repair of building facilities, as well as safety practices and procedures related to the building trades, and knows when to call a designated trades-person. Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions, 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 are desired. Possession of a driver’s license valid in BC is also required.
This position receives a monthly stipend of $400 for the first year, as well as room and board (delicious organic vegetarian meals), and a variety of classes including meditation, asana, and philosophy. The work week is 40 hours, plus time for community meetings. This position would ideally start in January or February of 2012 and become year round, however we will also consider those willing to make a full season commitment from March 1 – November 30, 2012. Applicants should have a strong desire to experience life in an upbeat, vibrant working community based on yoga philosophy and practice.
To apply, please complete the application form at:
http://saltspringcentre.com/maintenance-safety-manager-application/