Facilities Specialist

Armed Services YMCA of The U S A • Pine Valley, CA

9d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for general upkeep of the ranch facilities, including miscellaneous repairs, landscape and hardscape projects, maintaining arena and round pen footing, and other projects as assigned under the supervision of the Director. Able to substitute when needed in the daily care, feeding, and cleaning of the equine and farm animal population at the ranch. Duties to be conducted at all times in a manner consistent with the mission, values, and policies of Horse of the Sun Ranch. General duties may also include working with clients of all ages, working as part of the equestrian team, and assisting ASYMCA staff and volunteers during program events.

Requirements

• 1 year plus horse handling experience.
• Proven general knowledge of construction and site maintenance, including gardening, landscaping, weed whacking, plumbing, irrigation and drainage, and fencing
• Able to operate construction and ranch maintenance equipment, including tractor, Gator, EZ Go golf cart, and various other construction and landscaping power equipment
• Visual and auditory ability to respond in critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in the event of an emergency.
• Excellent initiative and enthusiasm, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Professional demeanor, strong verbal communication skills, and the ability to work well with the public, staff, and volunteers.
• Project a positive public image for Horse of the Sun Ranch.

Nice To Haves

• Associates' or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pen and stall cleaning
• Equipment operations and basic repair
• Able to substitute in the care, feeding, and cleaning of the equine and farm animal population at the ranch.
• Support community relationships to the benefit of the mission and success of Horse of the Sun Ranch.
• Where necessary, assist with recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers to support program implementation.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Model the core values of the Horse of the Sun.
• Assigned staff and volunteers
• All other duties that may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree