What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Technician/Ranch Maintenance position at Natural Encounters, Inc.?
Facilities Maintenance Technician / Ranch Maintenance
Natural Encounters, Inc. – Winter Haven, FL$19–$22 per hour | Full-Time
Natural Encounters, Inc. (NEI) is seeking a dependable Facilities Maintenance Technician to support operations at our Ranch facility in Winter Haven, Florida.
This hands-on role focuses on building maintenance, equipment repair, construction support, and facility upkeep across our working ranch and animal training facility. The technician helps maintain buildings, habitats, tools, and infrastructure that support daily operations and the highest standards of animal care.
If you enjoy repairing, building, troubleshooting equipment, and working with your hands, this position offers a unique opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic outdoor environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform general building maintenance and repairs
- Assist with construction, carpentry, and structural improvements to animal enclosures and facilities
- Maintain fencing, gates, habitats, and facility infrastructure
- Conduct preventative maintenance on tools, equipment, and ranch systems
- Troubleshoot mechanical and facility issues as they arise
- Operate equipment including tractors, lifts, chainsaws, mowers, and power tools
- Maintain irrigation systems and assist with plumbing repairs when needed
- Maintain and organize facility tools and maintenance equipment
- Identify safety hazards and proactively resolve maintenance issues
- Support property upkeep including mowing, trimming, and landscaping when needed
Preferred Experience
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Facilities maintenance or building maintenance
- Construction, carpentry, or property maintenance
- Equipment operation and mechanical repair
- Plumbing or irrigation systems
- Fence installation or ranch maintenance
- Habitat or enclosure construction
Requirements
- Comfortable performing hands-on repair and maintenance work
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working outdoors in Florida conditions
- Valid Florida driver's license (or ability to obtain within 60 days)
- Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Compensation
$19–$22 per hour, based on experience.
Full-time employees are eligible for company benefits - Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, Vacation, Holidays, Retirement Plan
To Apply
Email resume to d.evans@naturalencounters.com and r.bules@naturalencounters.com
Salary : $19 - $22