Ranch Hand/Grounds and Maintenance Technician Position Available In Polk, Florida

Ranch Hand/Grounds and Maintenance Technician Natural Encounters, Inc. Winter Haven, FL Job Details Full-time From $18 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Construction Entry level Full Job Description Natural Encounters, Inc. Ranch Hand/Grounds and Maintenance Technician Reports to: Ranch Supervisor/VP Mentored by:

Current Ranch Hand/Grounds and Maintenance Technician/VP Job Status:

Non-exempt/hourly Location:

Ranch Facility, Winter Haven, FL/Show Facility

POSITION SUMMARY

Ranch Hand and maintenance and grounds technician for Natural Encounters, Inc. animal facility. As an AZA Certified Facility, it is imperative that the grounds and equipment reflect the professionalism and dedication provided for all animals in our care. Supports, upholds, and promotes the goals, purpose and growth of Natural Encounters, Inc. and its affiliates.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) General horticulture/care of the grounds Lawn mowing Tree trimming Maintain Facility equipment Organization of all tools and equipment Regular maintenance of all facility’s equipment Record keeping on all equipment services Operation of Ranch Equipment Mowers Tractors Power equipment Use of hand tools Drills Chainsaws Other small tools Construction and deconstruction of animal enclosures General maintenance Animal Enclosures Buildings on property Pest control Work with Pest Control Officer Assist through the use of exclusion or traps Safety Follow all safety protocols Ability to climb and work off of ladders and scaffolding Ability to safely operate work platforms Boom

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s) Valid Florida Driver’s License within 60 days of employment Ability to work in a team environment exemplifying the NEI Code of Conduct in their everyday actions and interactions with others. Safety awareness Ability to identify and correct safety concerns Self-motivated to grow their own skills Knows NEI protocols (safety, administrative, etc.) and follows them, or asks for further information

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education High School Diploma or G.E.D Experience in grounds and maintenance/construction Other Requirements Easily adapts to changes in routines Ability to work at other Natural Encounters, Inc. locations both in and out of state Maintains high level of communication with management and team Works independently and without direct supervision Prioritizes and completes tasks on schedule Ability to work some evenings, weekends, and Holidays

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work Environment Work in extreme outdoor heat – 90+ degrees Work in a noisy and hectic environment Lift 50lbs Stand/walk up to 8 hours per day