Facilities Assistant

Position Summary

Under the guidance of the Senior Facilities Manager, the Facilities Assistant will help maintain the Blair Audubon Center and the surrounding Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary grounds, buildings, and satellite locations.

This position assists with maintenance tasks around campus, on the Boardwalk, and in the field, including keeping buildings in good running condition, troubleshooting plumbing and electrical components, carpentry work, Boardwalk repairs, mechanical repairs on equipment, using ladders, moving materials and equipment around campus and town, and other duties as assigned.

This is a 20-hour-per-week, part-time, on-site position at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary in Naples, Florida.

$20.00–$22.00 per hour.

• Assist Facilities team members with various daily operations and complete daily work orders.
• Work with volunteers to supervise campus cleanup and Boardwalk repairs.
• Perform weekly campus cleanup, including clearing pathways and picking up trash in the parking lot.
• Assist with special events and functions, such as setting up meeting rooms and other spaces.
• Perform maintenance tasks such as Boardwalk repairs, carpentry, fleet equipment repairs, transporting equipment, and running errands.
• Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational qualification required.
• Zero to one year of experience in building trades, grounds support, or related fields; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.
• Experience with basic trades, including carpentry and electrical and plumbing troubleshooting.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with staff and interact positively with sanctuary visitors and community members.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working various hours to support Visitor Center and Sanctuary needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; highly ethical, honest, reliable, accurate, and detail-oriented.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, working conditions, and terrains, with or without accommodation.
• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.

• Building Relationships
• Problem Solving
• Accountability
• Supporting Change
• Critical Thinking

The National Audubon Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. The organization is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process.