What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site/Facilities Manager position at Field Station: Dinosaurs?
Do you like dinosaurs? We may have the perfect job for you. We are looking for an experienced Site/Facilities Manager to keep the Field Station site in show ready condition. You will be responsible for the maintenance, care and repairs of the exhibition and park, including dinosaurs and interactive displays, sound, electrical equipment, restrooms, landscaping and other minor mechanical apparatuses. The ideal candidate will be well-organized and able to optimize the use of space and equipment while reducing operating costs. Leadership abilities and phenomenal efficiency can set you apart among our candidate pool.
Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and maintain all installations of getting the park ready for the season
- Manage the upkeep of dinosaurs, equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards
- Inspect the dinosaurs, tents and office structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations
- Supervise all staff facilities staff (custodians, technicians, groundskeepers etc.) and external contractors
- Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, deliveries, etc.
- Inventory control
- Scheduling of department staff
Skills
- Proven experience as facilities manager or relevant position
- Carpentry
- Hand tools, drills, edgers/blowers, mowers
- Some computer skills needed
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Good analytical/critical thinking
- Leadership
- Qualifications and licenses in operating heavy equipment and machinery and electrical/wiring experience is a plus.
- Must be in good physical condition to work in an outdoor park with the ability to lift on average at least 50lbs.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license. The nature of outdoor work requires considerable physical effort and occasional exposure to rain, seasonal elements and some adverse working conditions. Must be available to work flexible hours; weekends and holidays are required.
This position is full-time seasonal through November 2023.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: From $923.00 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 1 year
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work setting:
- In-person
- Outdoor work
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leonia, NJ 07605: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Weekends are required. Are you available weekends? This is a required question.
- When are you available to start? This is a required question.
- Do you understand this position is seasonal and runs through mid-November? This is a required question.
- Please provide 2-3 days and times you are available for an interview. This is a required question.
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $923