Maintenance Technician, Duchess Santuary

The general hourly range for this position is $17.50 – 20.55. Salary offers will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, training and education.

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s most effective animal advocacy organization, is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Duchess Sanctuary in Oakland, Oregon. In this position you will provide maintenance to tools, vehicles, tractors, equipment, facilities, pastures, roads, and buildings at Duchess Sanctuary. You will also assist in construction and inventory management.

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine maintenance and repairs for tools, vehicles, tractors, and equipment at Duchess Sanctuary;
• Assists with the upkeep, and repair of enclosures, habitats, roads, and buildings;
• Assists with maintenance of pastures, trees, and water systems;
• Assists with the execution of construction and renovation projects;
• Maintains inventory of plumbing, electrical, and vehicle maintenance supplies;
• Keeps logs to document in-progress and completed maintenance;
• Performs burial of animals;
• Performs other duties or responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• One (1) year of experience in facilities maintenance preferred;
• Ability to operate heavy equipment, including truck and trailer, backhoe, sprayers, and tractors with or without implements;
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record is required, with the ability to demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record while employed;
• Proficiency of Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook);
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes;
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary;
• Strong interest in animal protection issues preferred.

This is a full time position based in Oakland, Oregon.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital or parental status or protected veteran status. EOE