Carpenter / Maintenance Technician

Camp Lenox • Full-time • Otis, Massachusetts, United States • $55,000 / year • 1w ago

Location: Camp Lenox — Otis, Massachusetts

Compensation: $55,000, based on experience + Medical Insurance

Schedule: Six-day work week during the 7-week active camp season; five-day work week in the off-season. For the right long-term fit, Camp Lenox may be able to offer additional value in future seasons by including camper tuition benefits for eligible family members.

Camp Lenox is looking for a skilled, hands-on Carpenter / Assistant Director of Maintenance to support our Director of Maintenance to keep a large residential summer camp running safely and smoothly.

This is not a typical 9-to-5 maintenance job. During the active camp season, Camp Lenox operates more like a small town than a typical workplace, with hundreds of children and staff living on-site. When something breaks, leaks, jams, comes loose, or becomes unsafe, it needs to be handled quickly and practically.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in physical work, can solve problems without constant direction, and understands that the job is to keep camp running safely and smoothly. This role is best suited for someone who is hands-on, reliable, and enjoys being active.

We are specifically looking for someone with solid carpentry and building maintenance skills. A strong candidate is comfortable framing out a small structure, repairing cabin elements, fixing doors and railings, reinforcing bunk beds, handling basic plumbing issues, and doing light electrical work safely and responsibly.

Key responsibilities include:

Support the Director of Maintenance with daily maintenance operations
Perform carpentry repairs around camper cabins, staff housing, bathrooms, and program buildings
Frame, repair, reinforce, or modify small wooden structures
Repair doors, steps, railings, shelves, cubbies, trim, bunk beds, screens, decks, and other camp structures
Build simple wooden items or small camp structures as needed
Help diagnose and repair minor plumbing issues
Handle light electrical work such as fixtures, switches, outlets, and basic troubleshooting when appropriate
Install hardware, hooks, latches, handles, shelving, and other fixtures
Identify unsafe or poorly built items and make durable, practical repairs
Assist with painting, scraping, screen repair, groundskeeping, and general property maintenance when needed
Respond to maintenance requests from camp leadership and department heads
Help prioritize urgent safety issues and time-sensitive repairs
Keep tools, supplies, and work areas organized
Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment
Be willing to jump in wherever needed during a busy camp day

Ideal candidate:

Has strong carpentry, construction, handyman, or building maintenance experience
Can measure, cut, frame, fasten, reinforce, and repair wooden structures
Is comfortable using power tools and hand tools safely
Is not afraid to work on basic plumbing problems
Can handle light electrical work safely and responsibly
Has the practical ability to build or repair a small cabin, shed, deck, or similar structure
Can troubleshoot problems and work independently once given direction
Has good judgment about safety, durability, and when a job needs extra help
Is physically able to lift, carry, move furniture/equipment, and work outdoors
Is dependable, punctual, and calm under pressure
Has a team-first attitude and understands that camp requires flexibility
Communicates clearly with supervisors and other staff
Takes pride in doing quality work without needing to be micromanaged
Is interested in building a long-term relationship with Camp Lenox

Preferred but not required:

Framing or small construction project experience
Experience with cabins, camps, schools, resorts, farms, facilities, or large properties
Basic plumbing experience
Basic electrical experience
Painting and screen repair experience
Landscaping or groundskeeping experience
Valid driver’s license

About Camp Lenox:

Camp Lenox is a traditional residential summer camp located in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. We serve campers from around the United States and the world. Our maintenance team plays a major role in making sure camp runs safely, smoothly, and professionally every day.

To apply:

Please send a resume or a short summary of your work experience. Applicants should specifically highlight carpentry, framing, cabin/building repair, plumbing, electrical, handyman, or construction experience.

Pay: $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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