Company Mission

Muskoka Woods is a Christian youth development organization that welcomes everyone to an experience for a lifetime. Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Rosseau, we specialize in summer camp, school trips, group retreats and leadership development for all ages. We exist to inspire youth to shape their world.

Job Description

From September to June, the Schools & Groups program and the Leadership Studio provide life-changing experiences for youth and adults. All year long, Muskoka Woods hosts over 25,000 students from grades 6 to 12, along with corporate groups and church retreats.

Maintenance Staff contribute to the maintenance and care of all accommodations, meeting areas, public spaces, and grounds at Muskoka Woods, making sure everything looks sharp. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: mowing and trimming grass, sweeping, collecting garbage, handling snow removal, moving firewood and equipment, and working alongside the full-time maintenance crew. Heads up: Maintenance Staff must bring their own steel-toed shoes for safety!

Staff are required to attend all meetings as outlined during staff training including Cadence and Small Group.

**Please note: All positions are required to work in other areas including program, washing dishes, housekeeping, grounds keeping and snow removal, and office coverage.

Skills and Attributes Required

Muskoka Woods is looking for staff whose personal values match the MW Core Values which includes having a passion for working with children and youth.

Maintenance staff must have a strong work ethic, a customer service mindset, be a team player, have a positive attitude, be willing to work early morning shifts, and perform manual labour. A valid driver’s license is preferred but not required. Maintenance staff must provide his/her own steel toed shoes.

Salary

$220.00 per week plus room and board

Contract Dates

January 4 - June 21, 2026

Co-op Contracts: Jan 4 - April 25 2026

Please note: an optional unpaid week off is scheduled for all staff from March 23rd to March 27th 2026

Co-op students on the hunt for work placements can find their perfect fit at Muskoka Woods, with contracts specifically crafted to accommodate your school semester.

Essential Functions

• Have physical strength and ability to lift and move small and large objects (ie. vacuum cleaner, garbage bags, boxes, and inventory)
• Work efficiently for 7 - 9 hours at a time
• Handle work projects that involve lifting and carrying 10 - 30 lbs
• Be able to stoop, bend and crouch
• Communicate clearly and effectively with both staff and guests.

Additional Notes

• Please note: All staff are required to uphold the Muskoka Woods Vision and Mission, Core Values and Aspirations, as well as all policies and procedures as outlined during our Staff Development Week held at the beginning of your contract.
• Please note: All Counsellors stay in a cabin with our guests. All other staff stay in shared staff accommodation.
• Please note: All Staff are required to live on property in Rosseau, Ontario for the duration of their contract.

Apply now via Muskoka Woods' online application process. You'll need to create an account (or use a previously created one) and apply online.