Facilities Associate

Wayside Waifs Inc•Grandview, MO

13d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Support the Facilities Team at Wayside Waifs by providing preventative maintenance and repair to the Organization’s buildings, grounds, vehicles and equipment. Assist the Facilities Team by proactively and efficiently maintaining the physical plant of Wayside Waifs, as directed by the Facilities Manager. Assist Pet Memorial Services department with tasks as needed and transport deceased pets from area veterinary clinics to Wayside Waifs for cremation.

Requirements

Must demonstrate initiative, sound judgement, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills
Have the ability to work under pressure at times
Must possess a positive attitude and good customer service skills
Must be able to lift 75 lbs. to waist height
Must be flexible and available to work some evenings, weekends, or holidays if necessary
Be able to work with exposure to outside weather conditions
Required to report to work to clear the parking lot and sidewalks when the shelter is closed due to inclement weather conditions
Significant amount of kneeling and standing during a typical day, exposure to animals, animal smells, and airborne particles
Exposure to animal waste
Current driver's license and clean driving record required; the use of Wayside vehicles is required
High School degree or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

Prior maintenance experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform minor repairs to Wayside Waifs’ plant and equipment including, but not limited to:
Plumbing
Electrical
HVAC
Filter changes and coil cleaning
Scheduling and/or performing light automotive maintenance
Gutter cleaning
Assist Pet Memorial Services department including, but not limited to:
Mowing grass
Weed-eating
Snow removal
Digging/preparing pet grave sites
Setting headstones
General upkeep of the cemetery
Transport of deceased animals