Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy: Assistant Mechanic

Position Title: Assistant Mechanic

Reports To: Director of Operations

Salary Range: $19.22 - $22.50 per hour

Supervises: 1+

Requirements: City of Buffalo residency, Driver's license required

The Assistant Mechanic is responsible for assisting in the maintenance and repair of all Conservancy-owned and/or assigned equipment and vehicles. This position is part of the Fleet, Buildings & Infrastructure Department and reports directly to the Director of Operations.

This is a full-time position; working 37.5 hours per week with non-exempt status according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Overtime hours may be required at certain times, with supervisor approval.

This position is Class 1 according to the Conservancy's employee handbook and as such benefits include the following:

The Conservancy offers Medical, dental, and vision plans with an employer provided allocation toward monthly premiums. A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match. Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick Time. In addition, employees receive up to 13 ½ paid holidays per year.

Additional Benefits include: a golf season pass for employees, as well as ongoing in-house training on various topics, flexible schedule.

• Maintain and repair, as needed, all Conservancy owned/assigned equipment and vehicles; including but not limited to vehicles, mowers, weed whackers, golf carts, etc.;
• Ensure the equipment is in proper working condition to fulfill the maintenance needs of the parks;
• Assist in prioritizing repair and maintenance needs in coordination with the Director of Operations and District Supervisors.
• Ensure that a proper inventory of supplies, parts and tools is kept;
• Ensure the area used for maintaining the equipment as well as the supplies, parts and tool inventory area is kept in an organized manner;
• Assist in keeping an ongoing record of all repairs and maintenance for each piece of equipment and vehicle;
• Train district supervisors and/or other staff in basic equipment maintenance and provide a checklist of items to review prior to utilizing equipment;
• Oversee Small Engine Mechanic Assistant;
• Will be required to travel to all parks for repair and/or pick up of equipment as needed;
• Deliver fuel, as needed, to golf courses;
• Assistance with park maintenance and/or special events as needed;
• Attends Conservancy staff and safety meetings.

• Aligns with the Conservancy's commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable, and accountable working environment for all staff and park system for all park users;
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• City of Buffalo residency within six-(6) months of hire date;
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in equivalent job duties and/or educational certifications/training;
• A Commercial Drivers License is a plus;
• Willingness to learn new skills;
• Leads by example and adheres to code of ethics for confidentiality, discretion, and policies;
• Transport equipment on a 30 ft trailer throughout park system;
• Resourcefulness in utilizing time, equipment and/or supplies approved within the annual budget to the greatest benefit of the Conservancy;
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with other employees;
• Professionalism in communication, demeanor and respectful relationship building at the highest level in representing the Conservancy and fostering collaborative partnerships.

• A combination of both indoor and outdoor work environments;
• Outdoor work may be performed in extreme weather conditions;
• A combination of independent and team collaboration;
• Job duties may require an employee to bend, reach, stoop, sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time, as well as lift and/or move heavy objects which at times could be up to 50+lbs.;
• Required to drive distances between park locations and to operate standard to heavy park equipment and vehicles;
• Weekend and holiday work may be required;
• Flexible hours depending on workload and ever-changing priorities;
• Must be able to adapt to ever-changing resources and limited budgets.

Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Inc. is committed to diversity in the workplace. Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is intended to identify and list the responsibilities, duties, and qualifications for the position. It cannot be considered all-inclusive, however, as changing organizational circumstances can result in changes to some of those responsibilities, duties, and qualifications. Further, every task supporting the functioning of the position may not be listed or not listed in detail. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.