The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy

Facilities Technician

Nassawadox, Virginia · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$25k-$28kDetected 28 days ago
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About the role

  • Assist VCR Facilities Manager/Captain with routine boat maintenance including inspections, trailers, tires, lights as needed.
  • Assist VCR Facilities Manager/Captain with routine vehicle fleet maintenance including inspections, oil changes, tire rotations, air filters as needed.

Responsibilities

  • The Facilities Technician participates in and leads work teams to ensure the coordination of facilities maintenance and preserve management plans.
  • Weekly, monthly and/or frequent checks of all VCR facilities including the office, Brownsville House, Volgenau Cottage, Roger's Drive House, Box Tree, Ravenswood, Oyster Platform, Marine Restoration Center.
  • Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together.

Requirements

  • Experience with carpentry, plumbing, vehicle and boat maintenance, using small and large equipment.
  • Experience working as part of a dynamic team Experience with natural systems.

Skills

  • Assist VCR Facilities Manager/Captain with shop organization to include small equipment, tools and workspace.

Compensation

  • The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $24.50 - $27.50 per hour.
  • Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience.
  • Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges.

Benefits

  • AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 1 - 2 years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Company info

  • The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends.
  • As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive.
  • We're rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures.
  • Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC.
  • Want a better insight to TNC?
  • Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
  • One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued.
  • In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience.
  • Please apply - we'd love to hear from you.
  • To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and stay for the people." What We Bring: Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in.
  • Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world.
  • Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
  • TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.
  • Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
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