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Cleaner/Caretaker for Retreat Center - temporary (boulder creek)
CLEANER/CARETAKER
Temporary 8 week position with the potential of becoming
a permanent position for the right candidate
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and service-minded Cleaner/Caretaker to join our team for an 8-week position starting as soon as possible. This role is essential to the daily upkeep and cleanliness of our retreat center and plays a vital part in maintaining a peaceful, welcoming, and well-cared-for environment for retreatants, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate understands how their work supports the needs of the Vajrapani Institute community.
Key Responsibilities:
• Clean and maintain all retreat facilities, including cabins, dormitory rooms, dining hall, main building, offices, and gompa
• Assist in preparing facilities and land for incoming individual retreatants and group retreats
• Assist in the care and upkeep of the retreat land, including trails, walkways, stupas, and general outdoor appearance
• Assist in managing trash, recyclables, and compost in accordance with site protocols
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure the smooth functioning of the retreat center
Ideal Candidate:
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a peaceful, contemplative environment
• Has an eye for cleanliness and detail
• Physically capable of performing a variety of cleaning and outdoor maintenance tasks
• A spiritual practice/orientation
• Familiarity with Buddhism
• Approved to work in the U.S.
This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a tranquil and spiritually nourishing space dedicated to personal and collective well-being.
Benefits
• Full-time, 35 hour per week position with hourly compensation
• Daily staff meditation sittings
• Lunch provided on workdays
• For permanent position only – health care stipend, dental insurance after 3 months and housing perks for living on the land
For a detailed job description and to apply: Please complete our online application here: http://www.vajrapani.org/employment-and-volunteering/
Vajrapani Institute is an equal opportunity employer and seeks diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, culture, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, and physical abilities.

19950 Kings Creek Rd, Boulder Creek, CA 95006, USA
Negotiable Salary