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About the Role

The Site Operations Specialist plays an important leadership role on the sanctuary team, independently managing large projects and performing hands-on maintenance and repairs for buildings and equipment at our Watkins Glen location. The Site Operations team ensures our Sanctuary residents have safe and healthy living environments and maintains all buildings, vehicles, and equipment.

Responsibilities

Assess maintenance, repair, installation, construction, and site-improvement needs, diagnosing problems and determining desired outcomes.
Develop project plans including approach, scope, costs, materials, labor, timeline, safety, and contractor needs.
Research repair methods, replacement options, materials, equipment, and contractors, presenting recommendations for approval.
Organize and complete approved projects with limited oversight, including obtaining materials and coordinating schedules.
Request assistance for labor or skills and provide direction to assisting employees.
Monitor project progress, costs, and changing conditions, communicating delays and obtaining approval for material changes.
Inspect and test completed work, correct deficiencies, restore work areas, close work orders, and document work performed.
Perform advanced maintenance, repair, fabrication, installation, construction, and troubleshooting across multiple skill categories.
Diagnose complex or recurring problems, evaluate repair and replacement options, and recommend practical solutions.
Conduct preventive-maintenance inspections, identify repair needs, and maintain accurate records.
Perform work in accordance with safety procedures, specifications, and requirements.
Maintain safe work areas and escalate unsafe conditions.
Participate in on-call coverage and respond to urgent facilities and infrastructure needs.
Assist with other Site Operations responsibilities, including animal movement or transportation, when trained and necessary.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years relevant experience working in several of the following trades: construction, maintenance, repairs, fleet maintenance, and/or HVAC, plumbing or electrical.
Highly self-sufficient, able to complete tasks and projects efficiently without regular oversight.
Professional demeanor and strong communicator.
Highly effective problem-solver, able to identify issues and provide solutions.
Able to present project proposals, including cost estimates.
Flexibility and aptitude as a self-starter; ability to multi-task while being highly detail-oriented.
Ability to work well independently while maintaining appropriate communication with supervisor.
Reliable and dependable, with flexibility and willingness to adjust schedule.
Alignment with Farm Sanctuary’s values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom.
Familiarity, commitment to, and experience with the practice of equity and social justice, and the principles embedded in Farm Sanctuary’s mission.
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.

Skills

Building maintenance
Electrical
Plumbing
HVAC
Vehicles maintenance
Farm equipment maintenance
Metal fabrication
Fencing
Animal enclosures
Site infrastructure
Advanced maintenance
Repair
Fabrication
Installation
Construction
Troubleshooting
Preventive maintenance
Safety procedures
Project management
Cost estimation
Communication
Problem-solving
Multi-tasking
Detail-oriented

Location

Watkins Glen, NY

Work Type

Permanent
Full-time
On-call shifts

Experience Level

Minimum 7 years relevant experience

Salary/Compensations

$28.00-$32.00/hour

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Generous paid time off
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
403(b) plan with 3% employer match
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term disability insurance
Free access to the CALM meditation app
Access to the Nivati wellness platform

About the Company

Farm Sanctuary is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and feel a sense of belonging.
We work hard to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type.
We believe that our prioritization of diversity, equity, and inclusion is a strength and essential to achieving our mission.
A diverse workforce brings many perspectives, ideas, and experiences, leading to more creative and effective solutions to our complex issues.
By embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment, we foster a culture of belonging where innovation and growth can thrive.
We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization, including hiring and recruitment practices, employee development and training, and interactions with the communities we serve.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are core components in fulfilling our mission of rescuing and protecting farmed animals from cruelty, and we are committed to creating a culture of respect, civility, and compassion for all.

Equal Opportunity

Farm Sanctuary is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and feel a sense of belonging.
We work hard to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type.
We take our duty seriously to protect employees with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
We believe that our prioritization of diversity, equity, and inclusion is a strength and essential to achieving our mission.
A diverse workforce brings many perspectives, ideas, and experiences, leading to more creative and effective solutions to our complex issues.
By embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment, we foster a culture of belonging where innovation and growth can thrive.
We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization, including hiring and recruitment practices, employee development and training, and interactions with the communities we serve.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are core components in fulfilling our mission of rescuing and protecting farmed animals from cruelty, and we are committed to creating a culture of respect, civility, and compassion for all.