The Watering Bowl, a cage-free doggy daycare and boarding facility with 3 locations: Brentwood, the Grove, and St. Peters, is looking for a dependable, reliable and self-motivated part-time Maintenance Technician.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ongoing Maintenance Duties

• Change HVAC filters and inspect units on weekly/biweekly basis to maintain efficient operation of equipment.
• Clear drain traps from hair on monthly basis to prevent clogs.
• Paint doors, fences and walls as needed, on a regular basis, to maintain professional appearance.
• Blow off parking lots and remove debris on weekly basis to maintain professional appearance.
• Haul cardboard to recycling center on weekly basis.
• Minor repairs to rubber floor to provide quality surface for dogs and staff.
• Clean and maintain ceiling fans and oscillating fans.
• Repair or replace malfunctioning equipment (door knobs, gates, mop buckets, etc.)
• Move equipment & supplies between locations as needed.
• Maintain an organized work space and work vehicle.

Special Projects (Preferred Additional Skillsets)

• Tuckpointing of interior and exterior brick at Dog Grove facility.
• Mounting of miscellaneous equipment as needed (ex: blow dryers, mirrors, fans, freezer strips, leash hooks, etc.)
• Minor repairs to bathing tubs (ex: removing and applying caulk, repairs to drain hair trap, etc.)
• Minor roof repairs (apply silicone to potential leaks, etc.)
• Replace basic electrical switches, outlets and fixtures.
• Minor plumbing work (ex: toilet repairs, replace faucets, snake drains if capable, etc.)
• Repairs to turf in play yard.
• Some fabrication to overcome unique challenges as they arise.
• Other duties as directed/assigned or as the needs come up.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Two years related experience (preferred)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• The candidate must have a valid driver's license with reliable transportation and the ability to work at all 3 locations.
• This position may require some after hours or weekend availability.
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Willingness to help out as a Daycare Attendant when needed.

WHAT WE OFFER:

The Watering Bowl will provide a work van as well as all of the necessary equipment and tools to do the job. This position comes with plenty of opportunities for raises, and an array of incentives including annual dog wellness visit reimbursement, matching IRA eligibility, tuition reimbursement and more.