Job Application for Facilities Maintenance Technician at Farm Sanctuary

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Summary: The Facilities Maintenance Technician plays an important role on the Sanctuary team, performing hands-on maintenance and repairs for all buildings, fencing, roads, vehicles, and equipment at our Watkins Glen location. The Site Operations Technician reports to the Senior Manager, Site Operations.

Responsibilities:

Work with Site Operations team to ensure that facilities projects are successfully completed in the following areas:

Building and Home Maintenance
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
Plumbing, electrical and HVAC system maintenance
Fencing and gates
Supply Orders
Construction Projects

Evaluate maintenance and project needs, coordinating research as needed and implementing improvements/changes as approved by Site Operations Manager
Maintain building and equipment safety standards as determined by the organization
Coordinate appointments with outside contractors as assigned
Use computerized maintenance management system to track and complete work orders
Assist with lawn and yard maintenance and snow removal
Assist with implementation of safety programs as assigned
Submit farm project reports as requested
Participate in professional development opportunities, including expanding knowledge and skills as well as sharing expertise to support the training and development of colleagues
Act as backup to assist with animal movement and transport if needed
Coordinate with Senior Manager, Site Operations on other tasks and responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout sanctuary grounds.
Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor and lifting (up to 50 lbs regularly; team-lift heavier amounts regularly)
Must be able to bend, lift, push, stoop, stretch, climb, and crawl and other strenuous physical activities
Must be able to regularly perform job responsibilities work in a variety of weather conditions; the majority of work is done in outdoor setting that is not climate controlled

Qualifications:

Ability to perform hands-on work, including experience with building and home repairs, fencing, large farm equipment maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, electric, etc. Experience with power tools required.
Ability to drive tractors and other farm equipment. Ability to drive trucks with trailers preferred.
Flexibility and aptitude as a self-starter; ability to multi-task while also being highly detail-oriented
Ability to work well independently, while maintaining appropriate communication with supervisor
Ability to communicate professionally with staff and outside contractors
Reliable and dependable, with flexibility and willingness to adjust schedule when needed
Team player; able to work well with a variety of people
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor and lifting
Previous maintenance experience required
Alignment with Farm Sanctuary’s values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom.
Familiarity and commitment to equity, social justice, and Farm Sanctuary’s mission

Specifications:

Full-time, non-exempt position
This position is based at our Watkins Glen, New York, sanctuary.
Some on-call shifts required
Limited travel, including overnight trips, required
Some weekend and holiday availability required
Pay is $23-24/hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Competitive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays; generous paid time off; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 403(b) plan; flexible spending accounts; long-term disability insurance; free access to CALM meditation app; access to the Nivati wellness platform

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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