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Your Role:
Handle general hostel upkeep & everyday repairs
Troubleshoot minor plumbing, electrical, and fixtures issues
Perform touch-up painting, simple carpentry, and furniture assembly
Keep tools and hardware supplies organized and stocked
Join our team!
28 hours of help per week
Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
2 days off per week
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Keep the heart of our hostel in Antigua Guatemala running smoothly and looking its best! 🌋
We’re creating more than just a place to stay—we’re building a community where travelers, volunteers, and locals connect through culture, hospitality, and unforgettable experiences.
As our Maintenance & Handyman Volunteer, you’ll be the key to keeping our hostel safe, functional, and inviting for everyone.
Your Responsibilities:
Hostel Upkeep & Repairs: Handle general maintenance, fix everyday wear-and-tear, and keep facilities running smoothly.
Troubleshooting: Resolve basic plumbing, electrical, and fixture issues as they pop up around the house.
Improvement Projects: Perform touch-up painting, basic carpentry, and assist with assembling or repairing furniture and shelves.
Organization & Prep: Keep tools and hardware supplies organized, clean, and stocked for ongoing hostel care. 🛠️
Who We’re Looking For:
A practical, hands-on, and proactive person who enjoys fixing things, stays organized, and takes pride in creating a comfortable space for travelers. In exchange for your help, you’ll get accommodation, a spot in our international team, and an authentic cultural exchange in beautiful Antigua! 🌎✨
Hours & Schedule:
Volunteers help approximately 24–30 hours per week, spread across daily tasks and scheduled project blocks depending on hostel needs. Shift schedules can be flexible, though occasional weekend or on-call help may be needed for urgent fixes.
Training & Onboarding:
You’ll receive a full walkthrough of the hostel property, location of tools and supplies, safety protocols, and a clear breakdown of ongoing maintenance priorities.
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities:
General Upkeep & Repairs: Perform routine fixes, inspect common areas, and resolve daily wear-and-tear issues.
Plumbing, Electrical & Fixtures: Troubleshoot minor pipe leaks, unclog drains, replace light fixtures, and maintain electrical switches.
Painting & Carpentry: Handle touch-up painting on walls and furniture, assemble new fixtures, and repair wooden bed frames or shelves. 🛠️
Tool & Supply Management: Keep tool spaces organized, clean, and notify management when hardware materials or supplies need restocking.
Teamwork & Handovers: Communicate completed tasks and ongoing projects with hostel management to ensure smooth operations.
Free Time:
Off-shift time is completely yours to explore Antigua, hike volcanoes 🌋, practice Spanish, or relax!
Here is the Volunteer Expectations & Rules section tailored specifically for the Maintenance & Handyman position, ensuring proper tool handling and safety guidelines while keeping the positive, community-minded tone:
Volunteer Expectations & Rules
Respect & Community: Treat guests, staff, fellow volunteers, and the local community with kindness and respect. Help create an inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable.
Punctuality & Reliability: Be punctual and ready for scheduled work blocks or task handovers. Communicate as early as possible if you are sick or unable to complete a scheduled task.
Safety & Tool Care: Follow all safety guidelines when handling tools, hardware, or performing repairs. Keep work areas, workshops, and tool storage clean, safe, and organized.
Living Spaces: Keep the volunteer accommodation and shared staff areas clean, neat, and tidy.
Professional Standards: Wear appropriate clothing (suitable for hands-on/maintenance work) and maintain a clean appearance during working hours.
Property Policies:
Respect quiet hours and guest privacy.
No illegal drugs permitted on the property.
No alcohol consumption during working hours or while on duty.
Hostel Integrity: Intentional damage, theft, violence, harassment, unsafe work practices, or repeated failure to meet responsibilities may result in the immediate termination of the exchange.
Positive Energy: Most importantly, bring a positive attitude, a proactive hands-on mindset, and enjoy being part of our team! 😊
Many worldpackers have been applying to this position recently. The host will probably not be able to respond to all of the applications, so we recommend that you also apply to other hosts in our community and not just this one :)
