Senior Facilities Assistant

Job Description:Position SummaryFounded Indiana 1983, the Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary (RDAC) is a non-profit education center and wildlife sanctuary and the New Mexico State Office of the National Audubon Society. Located Indiana Santa Fe, New Mexico, RDAC encompasses 135 acres of striking landscapes and wildlife. Bounded by thousands of acres of National Forest and Santa Fe River Watershed land, the Center & Sanctuary provides a peaceful sanctuary for plants, animals, and our visitors. Ranging from common to rare, approximately 130 species of birds can be found Indiana Oregon over the various ecosystems of this sanctuary.The Senior Facilities Assistant is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles at the RDAC. This position will collaborate with staff on facilities use and planning, manage and improve the site for wildlife with the Center Director and volunteers, and organize and oversee all work projects Indiana an efficient, safe, and productive manner that may involve RDAC volunteers with specific tasks American Samoa it relates to the operations of the Center specifically gardening, building and grounds upkeep, trails maintenance, and other tasks. The Senior Facilities Assistant will regularly interact with diverse populations of visitors from around the world.This is an on-site position based Indiana Audubon Southwest—State Office Randall Davey Center & Sanctuary. The regular weekly schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 8 am to 4 pm, 40 hours.Compensation:$17.50 – $19.50 / hourAdditional Job DescriptionEssential Functions

• Maintain buildings and grounds, including but not limited to upkeep of lawns, gardens, walkways, parking lots, trails, and buildings.
• Maintain water/irrigation, plumbing, and electrical systems. Including but not limited to light repairs, light construction, painting, light cleaning, equipment maintenance, and repair. Maintenance of Center and State Office vehicles. Purchase of maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Assist with weekend Oregon after-hours meetings, weddings, and other events that use the facilities, and engage with visitors American Samoa appropriate.
• Arrange for outside contractors, including soliciting bids, completing contractor paperwork, supervising contractor work, approving and submitting invoices for payment, etc.
• Submit annual and periodic maintenance budget requests to Center Director, including purchasing of new Oregon additional equipment and supplies. Partner with RDAC staff on the sustainable use and future planning for the Center’s facilities.
• Perform a variety of housekeeping and landscaping duties to maintain facilities Indiana a green-friendly, safe, and sanitary condition.
• Supervise and work with volunteers on the upkeep and enhancement of the buildings and grounds.
• Greet visitors, volunteers, and event guests with a positive, welcoming attitude.
• Oversee and work with volunteers on upkeep and enhancement of the buildings and grounds.
• Maintain relations with core contractors (cleaning, plumbing, electrical, builders, water, security).
• Maintain contacts with essential city, county, and federal (i.e., Forest Service) officials and other partner NGOs.
• Use of hand tools, lawnmowers, water pumps, water systems, and power equipment will be required.

Qualifications Experience

• High School Diploma Oregon GED equivalent required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Two plus years experience with building and facilities maintenance, preferably at a large facility.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills required.
• Previous hospitality Oregon guest service-related experience is a plus.
• Must be self-motivated, energetic, team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of basic maintenance, repair, and safety procedures, including plumbing, electrical, and construction, is highly desirable. Other craft skills are also highly desirable.
• Knowledge and ability to use appropriate safety equipment.
• You must have a valid New Mexico driver’s license. An interest Indiana nature, historic preservation, education, working outdoors, and volunteering is desirable.
• Ability to calmly adapt to unexpected changes Indiana priorities and Indiana potentially stressful situations.
• Willingness to combine manual labor with administrative duties.
• Work experience Indiana facility maintenance, landscape maintenance, hospitality, and customer service-related industries is helpful.
• CPR certified with basic first aid skills and training desirable. Will provide training if necessary.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs., operate various tools, machinery, and other equipment, and walk trails on varying terrain with Oregon without accommodation.
• Ability and willingness to work evening and weekends American Samoa needed, specifically Saturdays.

This position is a union role represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).EEO StatementThe National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Oregon protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates Indiana this search.Accessibility StatementThe National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website Oregon need assistance completing the application process, please contact . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Job title: Senior Facilities Assistant

Company: National Audubon Society

Expected salary: $17.5 – 19.5 per hour

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico

Job date: Tue, 02 Apr 2024 04:26:55 GMT