Operations Specialist

About this position

Determined to end Veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors is the leading nonprofit organization providing Service Dogs to military Veterans nationwide suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and/or military sexual trauma — at no financial cost to the Veteran. Founded in 2011 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, K9s For Warriors is committed to saving lives at both ends of the leash by primarily rescuing dogs and pairing them with Veterans in need.

In order to continue the great work we’re doing, we’re looking to add a Operations Specialist to our amazing team!

Under the general direction and supervision of the Operations Manager, the Operations Specialist is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance, facility functions, and for creating and maintaining a clean and orderly environment of the K9s For Warriors campuses, including administrative offices and common areas.

Perform minor and major maintenance of all buildings and equipment, unless out of scope of employee licensure or experience, as assigned through the maintenance ticketing system

Maintain an orderly workspace and maintenance area Maintain each campus’ preventative maintenance schedule by performing regular tasks on buildings, vehicles, furniture, and equipment, including but not limited to:

Replace filters

Maintain HVAC systems

Repair plumbing leaks

Paint walls/ceilings

Diagnose problems

Repair or replace broken parts

Pressure wash, as needed

Assist with housekeeping duties, as needed

Maintain landscaping and landscaping equipment, should tasks be warranted and designated by the Director of Operation and/or Operations Manager for the specific campus and position (where applicable):

Perform general landscaping services to include, but not limited to: mowing, edging/weed eating, pruning/trimming trees and shrubs, weed control, laying seed, spreading fertilizer; and using equipment such as a lawn mower, edger/weed eater, electric trimmer, blower, etc.

Inspecting and fixing any irrigation systems, adjusting timer settings, recalibrating the system annually, and other tasks to ensure the system is properly working.

Replace decorative landscaping (i.e. flowers) as needed, apply mulch for protection

Gather and remove litter from property

Diagnose mechanical failures and repair maintenance equipment according to manuals, factory specifications, and use of tools

Assist Director and/or Manager with all duties related to property and repairs

Perform routine housekeeping duties, specific to each campus, as necessary

Support and communicate with campus teams during any construction projects, vehicle fleet repairs, preventative maintenance, as necessary

Understands proper utilization of PPE for applicable cleaning supplies and maintenance supplies

Assists in delivering heavy or bulk packages/items to various offices

As needed, assist with projects or events that may be hosted on or off site

As assigned, meet with vendors regarding facility improvements, maintenance needs, and fleet repairs

Rotating weekends and holidays on-call

High school education or equivalent

Prior property and grounds maintenance experience

Carpentry and/or similar skills

Clean driving record and valid driver’s license required

Integrity Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills Energy Focus  on Quality Results Oriented

Ability to exert a moderate to extensive amount of physical effort

Ability to work on feet for entirety of shift

Bending, crouching, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing (stairs/ladders)
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Must be able to work outdoors in hot and cold weather

Must be able to go up and down a ladder to complete tasks
Monday-Friday
9am-5pm

$18.41 - $21.15

Hourly Wage