Facilities Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Mission:

Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis.

Woodwell Climate is a global non-profit, working at the intersection of science and decision-making. We are built on a foundation of world-class research with the drive to take action and contribute real-world solutions - partnering with communities, businesses and policymakers to protect life and livelihoods from the devastating impacts of climate change. Founded in 1985 by world-renowned ecologist George Woodwell, our organization is headquartered in Falmouth, MA with over 150 employees.

Summary

Join Woodwell Climate’s Facility team as the Facilities Technician to help maintain the Center’s Campus. The Facilities Technician is crucial to our organization's ability to serve the community, as it directly contributes to providing a clean, safe, and functional environment for all. In this role, you will be involved in performing daily operations for both the internal and external maintenance of campus buildings, remote sites, coordinating contractors and may perform both routine and emergency repairs. This is a self-motivated position with a strong commitment to safe work practices.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reports the the Director of Facilities

• Perform a range of maintenance and repair tasks on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting

• Perform and document preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical, electrical, and site systems to minimize downtime and extend the life of equipment, including HVAC, building management systems (WebCtrl), lighting, electrical, piping and wastewater

• Contributes to updates for systems drawing, documentation and procedures for site systems and equipment under their purview or as assigned

• Provides repair recommendations and oversees system upgrades, preventative / seasonal maintenance for site systems or as assigned by management

• Actively maintains inventory for engineering systems parts, system accessories, auxiliary equipment and maintenance routines through Woodwell’s procedures

• Identifies contractors that align with Woodwell’s mission to work on improvements, renovations, maintenance, grounds, construction repairs, inspections, and other tasks as needed

• Woodwell committee participant as requested by departments or as assigned by management

• Perform routine maintenance: carpentry, dry-wall, painting, and minor equipment repairs

• General grounds maintenance, landscaping and snow removal

• Communicates with Woodwell staff and visitors on site layout, facilities related activities, policy and procedure

• Participant in periodic janitorial service for Woodell spaces: common spaces, kitchens, offices and restrooms

• Supports and staffs Woodwell events: internal and external

• Participant in off-hour response (On-Call)

Must have the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Broad knowledge base in various trades and a proven track record of working independently to ensure our building systems and equipment operate safely and efficiently

• Strong set of technical skills and intermediate soft skills that allow them to work independently on more complex projects

• Experience with grounds care and building maintenance

• Proficiency with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office applications

• Experience with office building cleaning

• Shipping and receiving experience

• Demonstrated ability to perform tasks such as lifting, pushing, and climbing

• Demonstrated ability to work with motorized equipment in varying weather conditions

• Excellent communication and organization skills

• Trade license or certification is a PLUS

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience

• Associates degree or vocational/technical or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

In the office and in the field, the physical requirements of this role include:

• Air, train, vehicle travel to access field locations

• Driving a vehicle or ATV to access field locations

• Standing and sitting for sustained periods

• Frequent bending, squatting, and kneeling

• Reaching overhead

• Climbing stairs and ladders frequently

• Use of manual and power tools including shovels, saws, drills, and hammers

• Ability to lift, carry and push up to 50lbs up to 10 times/day

• Ability to work at heights, including working on the roof of a 3-story building