General Laborer (SEASONAL Utility Worker)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer (Seasonal Utility Worker)
Department: Municipal Services/Operations
Reports To: Building Services Supervisor

Start Date: Early Spring – September

Pay: $15 per hour

Position Overview:
At Lakeside, our work changes with the seasons—and we need team members who can adapt. The General Laborer (Seasonal Utility Worker) plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our campus by stepping in wherever needed. This role is all about flexibility, teamwork, and readiness to jump in when priorities shift.

You’ll be part of a core team that guarantees our historic grounds, guest experience, and seasonal programs run seamlessly, even when the unexpected arises. If you’re dependable, hands-on, and ready for something different each day, we want to meet you.

About Lakeside Chautauqua: Lakeside Chautauqua is a family destination that has pioneered the act of nurturing the mind, body and spirit for over 150 years. Conveniently located between Toledo and Cleveland on Lake Erie’s south shore, Lakeside offers a robust summer programming season packed with cultural, educational, spiritual and recreational opportunities. Within the one-square-mile community, you’ll find hundreds of unique Victorian cottages, a concert auditorium, arts center, historic waterfront hotel, movie theater, pool, tennis, sailing, shopping, dining and much more. For more information, visit lakesideohio.com/employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support seasonal operations including planting and mulching (spring), and general landscaping (summer)

• Perform light construction, repair, painting, and quick-turn maintenance projects across campus buildings and infrastructure

• Assist with setup and teardown for year-round programs and special events, often outside of standard working hours

• Operate small tools and equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, drills, power washers) safely and efficiently

• Respond to real-time operational needs, including urgent maintenance requests or last-minute program support

• Flex between facilities, grounds, logistics, and event functions based on organizational needs

• Promote and adhere to all safety policies, reporting hazards or malfunctions immediately

Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends, early mornings, or evenings as required

• Dependable, solutions-oriented, and comfortable working independently or as part of a rotating team

• Basic knowledge of tools, machinery, or grounds equipment is a plus—but we’re willing to train

• Valid driver’s license preferred

Position Type & Schedule:

• Seasonal

• Must be able to work varying shifts, including nontraditional hours based on programming and event needs

Season Pass Eligibility:

Employees are eligible for a season pass provided they work a minimum of 24 hours per week during the season; employees receiving Lakeside provided housing are required to work a minimum of 32 hours per week. Season passes are for employment use only and must be returned on the employee’s last day of employment.

Environment & Physical Demands:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of the operation or residents and guests of the property.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems d deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, climb or balance. Specific vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus are required. Must be able to lift heavy equipment and material up to 50 pounds with assistance. Must be able to climb ladders. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet, cold, humid, hot, very hot, conditions and will be required to work outdoors. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Why This Role Matters:
This position is essential to keeping Lakeside running—not just day-to-day, but season-to-season. As a Seasonal Utility Worker, you’re not just doing a job—you’re maintaining the entire Lakeside experience. Your flexibility, reliability, and dedication to the work will directly impact how guests, homeowners, and team members experience our community.

How to Apply:

• Submit your resume and application
• Submit any Certificates of Completion.

Lakeside Chautauqua is an equal opportunity employer.