Head Maverick

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people in this category. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required of people in these positions.

Work Team:

Operations

Reports To:

Physical Plant Lead

Position Classification:

Volunteer

Length of Service:

1 year or more

POSTION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of tasks throughout the village that involve manual labor! Helps keep the village safe and functioning in so man ways!

Responsible for transportation of luggage and freight, production of firewood, and manual snow removal, moving supplies, and support for various village tasks as needed. Supervises a crew to accomplish these tasks. Good people and organizational skills are required. Be able or learn to operate chainsaws, large trucks. High awareness of and emphasis on safety.

Works with Head Maverick to support the transportation of luggage and freight, production of firewood, manual snow removal, moving supplies, and support labor for various village tasks as needed. Assists in supervising a crew to accomplish these tasks. Good people and organizational skills are required. Be able or learn to operate chainsaws and large trucks. High awareness of and emphasis on safety.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

(principal duties and responsibilities; such as categories supported, staff size, volume managed, etc)

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Lifting, carrying, loading and unloading.
Hauling of luggage, wood and other items.
In the summer, this position involves significant woodcutting and hauling.
In the winter, this position involves significant snow stomping and shoveling.
Work is usually outdoors and often dirty.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

(position specifications; such as knowledge/education, skills, problem solving/decision making, risk/bottom line results, management responsibility – people and functions)

Specific knowledge and skills include but are not limited to the following:

Physical strength to lift and haul items weighing at least 50 pounds.
Significant physical stamina.
Maintains enthusiasm and a positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Willingness to work outdoors most of the time.

COMMUNITY EXPECTATIONS

(particular knowledge/skills related to client and/or agency needs)

Enthusiasm for and ability to work in a remote wilderness setting.
Pledges to work in ways that support and fulfill Holden Village’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Abides by Holden Village’s Community Health Protocols and Practices.
Extends genuine hospitality to all villagers.
Upholds and works to further Holden Village values of diversity, equality, respect, sustainability, and spirituality as articulated in the Strategic Plan.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

As a Long-Term Volunteer, you are eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

$550/month stipend
Food (three meals/day)
Housing & utilities
Free parking at Fields Point
Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
Basic life insurance
Life Flight membership (emergency helicopter transportation based on medical need)
Simple IRA account
37 “out” days per year
14 one-way boat tickets per year
21 friends & family days and 21 half-price friends & family days per year
Access to amazing hiking opportunities, community events, teaching sessions, art studios and other educational opportunities!