Facilities and Grounds

Deep Portage Learning Center

  • Full time
  • 2 months ago
  • Hackensack,MN
  • OnSite

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Facilities & Grounds Worker

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director

PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of this position is to operate a sustainable wood heating system for an

environmental education center, maintain skiing and hiking trails, maintain a safe

campus and grounds, and assist with campus maintenance.

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Part-time, non-exempt (20-25 hrs/wk, $18-20/hr)

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 7AM-11AM, occasional weekends

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Safe operation of wood gasification system
  • Ability to safely operate vehicles and power equipment
  • Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record
  • Ability to work the assigned shift
  • Ability to independently safely back up a trailer and snowplow
  • Ability to carry out instructions independently

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment
  • Excellent problem-solving, decision-making and prioritization skills.
  • Comply with organization safety regulations and demonstrates personal safety awareness.
  • Clear verbal communication skills
  • Creative, flexible, and strong initiative
  • An interest and commitment to outdoor conservation and renewable energy
  • Desire to maintain a healthy community and workplace

Preferred Experience

  • Experience backing a trailer
  • Experience using power tools such as chainsaws and brushcutters
  • Experience operating ATVs, snowmobiles, or tractors

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to travel 5+ miles per day on uneven terrain
  • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions (cold, snow, rain, heat, insects)
  • Ability to repetitively lift up to 25 pounds, frequently lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift over 50 pounds
  • The employee is regularly required to stand and walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach overhead with hands, arms and shoulders in all directions; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Noise level is usually moderate, but can be loud at times

PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES/DUTIES

Wood Heating System (50%)

  • Adding wood to wood gasifiers once per hour
  • Loading and hauling firewood using a truck and trailer
  • Stacking firewood
  • Start and run building fireplaces
  • Restock fireplace and campfire wood
  • Clean wood gasifiers
  • Splitting firewood with hydraulic operated equipment and hand splitting techniques

Facilities and Grounds (30%)

  • Keep walkways and entryways clear of ice and snow
  • Clear and mow hiking trails using chainsaws, brushcutters, etc.
  • Clear snow off solar arrays
  • Building maintenance (excludes plumbing and electrical)

Support of Sustainable Campus (20%):

  • Develop working knowledge about our net zero, sustainable campus
  • Lead renewable energy tours for public groups and school groups
  • Communicate with staff members on renewable energy initiatives and goals
  • Assist with Deep Portage kitchen as needed

All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of their

positions. The essential functions listed above are not intended to be construed as

an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions of the job. Nothing in this job description restricts managements

right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

*All hires at Deep Portage Learning Center are subject to official backgrounds checks at time of job offer*

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Work Location: In person

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