Hiring: Facilities Maintenance Technician Company: Farm Sanctuary Location: Watkins Glen, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 14:52:09 Employment Type: Full-time About the job Required Skills: •Building and Home Maintenance •Plumbing, electrical and HVAC system maintenance •Evaluate maintenance and project needs, coordinating research as needed and implementing improvements/changes as approved by Site Operations Manager •Maintain building and equipment safety standards as determined by the organization •Coordinate appointments with outside contractors as assigned •Use computerized maintenance management system to track and complete work orders •Assist with lawn and yard maintenance and snow removal •Assist with implementation of safety programs as assigned Qualifications: •Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout sanctuary grounds. •Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor and lifting (up to 50 lbs regularly; team-lift heavier amounts regularly) •Must be able to bend, lift, push, stoop, stretch, climb, and crawl and other strenuous physical activities •Must be able to regularly perform job responsibilities work in a variety of weather conditions; the majority of work is done in outdoor setting that is not climate controlled •Demonstrated capacity to perform hands-on work, including experience with building and home repairs, fencing, large farm equipment maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, electric, etc. Experience with power tools required. •Demonstrated capacity to drive tractors and other farm equipment. Ability to drive trucks with trailers preferred. •Flexibility and aptitude as a self-starter; ability to multi-task while also being highly detail-oriented •Demonstrated capacity to work well independently, while maintaining appropriate communication with supervisor •Demonstrated capacity to communicate professionally with staff and outside contractors •Reliable and dependable, with flexibility and willingness to adjust schedule when needed Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Familiarity and commitment to equity, social justice, and Farm Sanctuary's mission Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!