Grounds and Maintenance Assistant

National Audubon Society•Audubon, PA

6d•$19 - $22

About The Position

The John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove is looking for a dedicated, and reliable addition to our Grounds and Maintenance team to help maintain the 220-acre property, including gardens and trails. The Assistant would also help with minor building repair projects. The Grounds and Maintenance Assistant reports to the Director, Southeast PA Centers, and supports the Coordinator of Grounds and Maintenance. Tasks include basic maintenance and some minor repair of buildings and equipment, and grounds and trails ensuring accessible and safe experiences for the visiting public. This is a part-time, year-round position for up to 24 hours per week. Schedules will vary depending on events and seasonal maintenance schedules. The Assistant might be called upon to work during some weekends as emergencies and seasonal priorities arise, such as snow removal or downed trees due to storms. This position is funding dependent.

Requirements

2 years of experience in land management.
High school diploma, vocational school certificate or equivalent a plus. Experience will be considered in lieu of education.
Basic knowledge of habitat management and bird and plant identification.
Driver’s license with reliable transport required.
Ability to maintain, operate and maintain hand and gasoline-operated tools.
Experience with basic trades including plumbing, carpentry and electrical.
Experience interacting with the public in a fast-paced environment; ability to remain composed under pressure; experience working at a museum, historic site, or other sensitive properties highly desirable.
Ability to effectively coordinate with other staff and interact positively with visitors to the Center and others in the community.
Ability to work as part of a team as well as alone.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, working conditions and terrains without accommodation.
Ability to safely traverse wet or unstable environments with or without accommodation.
Willingness to work weekends and evenings as needed.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
Ability to transport up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude and professional work ethic; be punctual and reliable.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Responsibilities

Work with Grounds Coordinator to maintain grounds, buildings, equipment, signage boats, and vehicles.
Create clean, safe and pleasant environment for visitors, event guests to explore the site through proper and proactive maintenance of the grounds, vehicles and equipment.
Operate and supervise operation of equipment required to maintain grass, meadows, forests and trails. In addition, plow snow, treat surfaces for ice, trim trees and perform routine maintenance of equipment and/or arrange for necessary professional services.
Maintain grounds and native habitats for the benefit of birds and people; recommend practices and projects to create optimal habitats.
Prepare for storms to protect property assets and conduct cleanup/repairs following storm impact.
Assist with supervision and safety of volunteer groups participating in habitat stewardship activities (weeding, trail maintenance, conservation projects, etc.).
Participate in Audubon and Audubon Mid-Atlantic all-staff calls and staff working groups, Assist with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work.
Other duties, including manual labor tasks, as required. Work schedule will include some weekends or evenings.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

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