OWL FARM MAINTENANCE WORKER na None

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Carry out all aspects of the OWL and Farm maintenance program.

Maintain an ongoing inventory of all tools, materials and equipment that have been acquired or assigned to the OWL.

To give prompt attention to all written maintenance request forms and to report disposition upon completion of the task to the staff that made the request.

Assist in conducting regular, systematic surveys of all buildings, grounds and equipment for the purpose of recommending maintenance, repair and improvements to the OWL facilities.

Help maintain all landscaping of OWL properties to assure safety, functionality and present an aesthetically pleasing image.

Assist with volunteer groups and individuals who schedule work projects at the OWL.

Assist as needed with duties pertaining to the OWL Farm, including pastures, harvest hay crop, keeping fences cleaned, etc.

To perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have mechanical aptitude and rudimentary skills and knowledge in the area of general maintenance. Must have experience in working with light machinery and farm tools and tractors.

CHARACTERISTICS

Must have the capacity to observe areas of need, to organize work in a meaningful manner at the same time working cooperatively and through proper channels with the total staff.

Must possess a mechanical aptitude in maintenance, operating and caring for electrical, carpentry, plumbing and construction hand and power tools.

Must be able to work without close supervision and have knowledge of farm equipment and the ability to use and maintain the equipment.

Must be willing and able to provide high standard of care in regards to all OWL tools, machines, equipment, etc.

Must be able to function as a member of the agency team and be able to give as well as receive direction form others.

EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS

Time on Duty:  To be arranged so as best to accomplish the work to be done.  To follow a basic office schedule from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with lunch from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m.

Salary:             As provided for in the Annual Budget.

Benefits:          As stated in Personnel Policies and Procedures and determined by Board of Directors.

DISCLAIMER                                                      

The foregoing description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.