Summer Camp Caretaker

**Your Impact this Summer**:
Make use of your organizational skills and keen eye for detail while having an amazing summer camp experience. Join our mission to inspire and mentor children at York Region’s first and largest STEAM summer camp Our camp programs are located across Richmond Hill and surrounding areas for children and youth ages 4-14. Be an essential part of our team, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that allows children and staff to thrive

**Job Overview**

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organized Camp Caretaker to join our Summer 2025 camp team at our Richland Academy location (11570 Yonge St). As a Camp Caretaker, you will play an integral role in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-functioning camp environment. Your responsibilities will include general upkeep, facility maintenance, and supporting a smooth day-to-day operation of camp activities. If you have experience working in environments with children and enjoy interacting with them, we would love to meet you
- Has experience maintaining shared spaces such as classrooms, lunchrooms, and washrooms
- Understands proper cleaning techniques and how to use various tools and materials
- Feels comfortable in child-centered environments like schools, camps, or daycare programs
- Takes initiative and works well independently
- Brings a friendly, approachable presence that contributes to a positive environment for children and staff

**Responsibilities**:

- Carry out cleaning tasks to ensure all indoor and outdoor areas are tidy and ready for use
- Manage waste and recycling in line with camp guidelines and eco-friendly practices
- Conduct routine inspects of camp facilities and equipment to identify potential safety hazards
- Set up and take down equipment and supplies for activities, special events, and daily programs
- Support staff and engage with children when not occupied with cleaning tasks
- Foster a collaborative and respectful working environment by communicating effectively with staff and engaging positively with children

**Job Requirements**:

- Full weekday availability in July and August, plus select training days in June
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary school program

**Considered an Asset**:

- Previous experience in maintenance and cleaning, with an emphasis on functionality and upkeep

**Additional Requirements**:

- Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C (must have before the start of camp)
- Vulnerable Sector Screening Check (must have before the start of camp)

**Location**:

- Richland Academy (11570 Yonge St): JK - Grade 2, STEAM Camp

**Schedule**:
Pre-camp training dates: June 21, 25, 26

Camp dates: June 30 - August 22
- **Some of our camp locations will operate on Canada Day (June 30th and July 1st), but not on Civic Holiday (August 4th)**_

Please visit our website to learn more about our programs, what it’s like to work at The STEAM Project, and to review testimonials from former staff:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Richmond Hill, ON L4E 3N7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Some of our positions are funded by Federal Grants available only to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment. Do you qualify for one of these categories?

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-21