The Lake Placid Lodge is looking for maintenance representatives to make our guests feel welcome and ensure their pleasant and comfortable stay at our hotel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the facilities during all seasons in accordance with the preventive maintenance program.
• Perform electrical work. For example: Replace light switches, Reset circuit breakers, Replace wall plug receptacles, Replace fluorescent light ballast, Replace electrical solenoid valves, Replace small motors
• Perform basic plumbing work. For example: Clear clogged sinks, toilets, garbage disposals and drain lines, Repair or replace valves, Replace washer, gaskets, vacuum breakers, toilet seals,
• Perform Preventive Maintenance work. For example: Monitor and maintain all laundry and dry cleaning equipment, Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment, Change air-conditioning filters.
• Other related duties as assigned by manager
• Shift is from 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Requirements:

• 1 year previous experience.
• Certification or completion of specialized training program (electrician, plumbing, HVAC, etc.)
• Basic carpentry skills
• Excellent communication skills to adequately interact with clients
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and ability to reliably commute to Lake Placid
• Provide legible communication and directions.
• Working knowledge of:
  • health codes
  • NEC
  • national/local fire codes
  • local mechanical codes
  • blue prints and wiring schematics
  • power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades
• Ability to:
  • Interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and maintenance of various materials and products used throughout the property.
  • Be well organized and follow instructions.
  • Focus attention on details.
  • Prioritize tasks and comply with deadlines for work assignments.
  • Be a clear thinker and perform well under pressure work assignments.
  • Work and perform job functions with minimal supervision.
  • Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team

About Us:

The Lake Placid Lodge is a luxury resort located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, situated on the shores of Lake Placid.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Free Employee Meals (1 per shift)
• Opportunities for Advancement 

Pay Range: $18-$22 per hour

Responsible for all aspects of the maintenance and grounds departments; including the proper operation, maintenance and repair of all heating, ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical equipment.  Develop, coordinate and monitor the rooms maintenance program to ensure the safety and comfort of all staff and guests.  Supervise, train and manage all Maintenance/Grounds staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 3-5 years of experience in grounds maintenance
• Excellent communication skills to adequately interact with guests
• Experience in preventative maintenance programs, HVAC systems, janitorial/housekeeping procedures, financial operations and supervision of personnel
• Valid Driver’s License
• Bachelor’s degree or trade school course work in related field preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the day to day operations of the maintenance, grounds and marina departments
• Primary contact to communicate and coordinate work from other departments
• Ensure regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards
• Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair on a daily basis.
• Ensure all work orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Oversee all vendors and outside contractors who service the building.
• Maintain all grounds, sidewalks and all exterior walkways of the buildings.
• Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance on all appropriate equipment on a regular basis.
• Keep the MSDS safety data sheets up to date and follow OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain all preventative maintenance files, records, logs and service manuals.
• Perform daily walk-through inspections to verify equipment operating preventatives.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to determine need and extent of service, equipment required and type of operation and maintenance personnel needed.
• Adheres to all fire, safety, and security procedures according to property policies.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Free Employee Meals (1 per shift)
• Opportunities for Advancement  

Pay Range: $22-25 per hour

Apply today to join our team of hospitality professionals, providing exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for our guests.

St. Lawrence has a unique opportunity for a seasonal caretaker at the University owned property on Upper Saranac Lake (NY). “Canaras” is a private camp with more than two thousand feet of scenic shoreline and several buildings including a main lodge, dining hall, guest cabins, boat houses, docks, tennis court, and conference center. It is operated as a seasonal destination for St. Lawrence University functions and guest accommodations for alumni, faculty, and staff. Our primary operations run from May – August with additional work expectations in April, September, and October. The Caretaker will be required to maintain a presence on-site and be on call during the occupied season.

The Caretaker is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all building interiors and exteriors. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the security of all gates and buildings, door hardware, general carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, maintaining fire safety devices and record keeping, daily water tests per NYS Board of Health. Sweeping decks, ramps and stairs and clearing roofs of debris.

Responsibilities will further include maintaining grounds to include but not limited to maintaining walkways, trails, roads. Removal of fallen branches, trees, cutting tree limbs and maintaining the canopy, chipping debris, cutting wood, mowing, weed eating and snow removal. The caretaker will also be responsible for training Canaras staff in these activities and to be there during the opening and closing of camp with Canaras staff. The caretaker will be responsible for being on site for all external and internal guests who stay on site during the pre and post season.

Maintain the operating budget and will be heavily involved in project planning and the capital budgeting process. Must maintain all University equipment, tools, and general stores. Additional responsibilities will include maintaining annual physical inventory of all tools, equipment, building furnishings, set-up, and tear down of events.

Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President and Chief Facilities Officer, the Caretaker must be able to interact positively with the Camp Director, Cook, and student workers along with contractors and other University employees.

The Caretaker will perform carpentry duties as assigned by the CFO or Capital Projects Manager.

Salary $37,000 - $42,000.

Minimum Qualifications

• H.S. diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Skilled work experience in the areas of general carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and painting.
• Ability to safely use assigned tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact positively with University guests and employees.
• Ability to meet University requirements to drive and operate assigned vehicles.
• Ability to use required computer systems (email, Word, Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Boating license (or ability to obtain).
• Prior related work experience

Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.stlawu.edu uploading all required materials which are defined in the “special instructions to applicant” section.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to Bob Hance, Associate Vice President, and Chief Facilities Officer, at bhance@stlawu.edu.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

St. Lawrence University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For additional information about St. Lawrence, please visit http://www.stlawu.edu.