Facilities Assistant

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National Audubon Society
Naples, FL, USA
Full-time

Under the guidance of the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Assistant is responsible for helping to maintain the Blair Audubon Center and the surrounding Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary grounds.  This includes a 2-1/4 mile boardwalk, Wastewater Treatment Facility, 200 space parking lot, butterfly gardens, picnic area and other public and private areas.  The Sanctuary contains 13,000 acres and facilities are open every day of the year except during extreme weather conditions.  S/he will also work on the associated Living Machine treatment plant and participate in the Sanctuary's resource management program.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Maintain and repair exhibits in the Blair Audubon Center, as well as act as a care provider.
  • Help maintain grounds and facilities around the Center, including butterfly gardens, native plantings, bird feeding stations, Living Machine and boardwalk.
  • Provide assistance for special events and functions; responsible for setting up meeting rooms and other spaces when needed.
  • Order and purchase supplies and equipment as directed by the Facilities Manager.
  • Help provide smooth day to day operations of visitor programs.
  • Provide custodial duties in the Blair Audubon Center and Living Machine, including all spaces and restrooms; stock supplies as needed to accommodate guest needs.
  • Assist with resource management program and other maintenance needs as necessary.
Educational Background: 
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Demonstrated experience with facilities management, maintenance, and/or carpentry a strong plus.
  • Must possess good judgment and be able to work independently, when directed.
  • Good interpersonal skills; experience working with external groups highly preferred.
  • A flexible approach to work, and willingness to work various hours to support Center and Sanctuary needs.
  • Demonstrated interested in conservation and possess a basic understanding for the ecology and natural history of Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.
How to Apply: 

https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/3463/facilities-assistant/job

Job Function: 
Facilities & Equipment

Organization Info

National Audubon Society

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY, United States
Website: 
audubon.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1972
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Mission: 

Audubon saves birds and their habitats throughout the America using science, advocacy, education and on-the-ground conservation.

Audubon operates an extensive network of National conservation programs, 23 state and regional offices, 41 centers, 23 sanctuaries and 463 independent chapters. Our work is a powerful combination of science, on the ground conservation, policy and engagement expertise that strives to protect and restore habitat, and to build the durable public will to implement policies that safeguard birds, other wildlife and the resources that sustain us all-in the U.S. and across the Americas.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Feb 25 2018
Active Until: 
Mar 26 2018
Hiring Organization: 
National Audubon Society
industry: 
Nonprofit