Facilities Maintenance Lead

Department: Facilities 

Reports To: Facilities Manager

Position Summary: The Facilities Maintenance Lead’s primary responsibilities include completing larger scale projects as assigned by the Facilities Manager. This position is responsible for the coordination of repairs and maintenance of the NHS fleet of vehicles. This position ensures that NHS facilities are kept in safe and acceptable condition in regard to function, appearance and environmental compliance.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan, oversee, and complete higher-level facilities projects as assigned by the Facilities Manager
• Schedule routine service checks for the NHS fleet of vehicles
• Coordinate with Field management to ensure daily safety checks are getting done on all Field vehicles. Complete periodic safety checks on all other NHS vehicles.
• Monitor the e-work order system for non-routine service requests from Field staff. Schedule service in a timely manner.
• Serve as the point of contact in the Facility Manager’s absence for staff, volunteers, vendors, and contractors
• Perform general building and grounds maintenance duties
• Deceased animal pick-ups as needed (field and veterinarian offices)
• Check and sort donations as directed
• Special event set-up as needed
• Complete preventative maintenance checklists as scheduled
• Assist with pet food pantry as needed
• Use and maintain the e-work order system
• Make appropriate adjustments to the HVAC controls
• Assist with the cleaning of any contamination cases that occur in the facilities
• Receive donations and deliveries
• Demonstrate a commitment to NHS core values
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or GED
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and be able to provide proof of vehicle insurance
• Previous facilities maintenance experience, 2 years desired
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Be comfortable and skilled working with a culturally diverse staff and community
• Must be a self-starter
• Affection for animals, concern for their welfare and willingness to accommodate animals in the workplace
• Must possess maturity, good judgment and professional manner and personal appearance
• Must be considerate, respectful and display a helpful demeanor to all employees, volunteers and customers
• Must be able to work cordially, safely, and efficiently in fast-paced, stressful conditions
• Must exhibit the organization core values of compassion for all animals, respect and dignity for all, strive for excellence and teamwork
• Ability to respectfully give and receive feedback
• Ability to work independently and part of a team
• Ability to work in close proximity of others
• Good vision for detailed work
• Good coordination
• Ability to drive a pickup with a hitch trailer

Work Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions within the work environment.

• The noise level in the office environment is usually quiet, though barking or whining of animals may be escalated at certain times in certain areas of the building.
• High exposure to animals whose reactions to the shelter environment cannot be predicted.
• Temperatures in the shelter environment are varied, though usually moderate, and dependent on the season. 
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases and hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to work around animals without severe allergic reactions.
• As work may need to be done outside of the shelter, the employee may encounter environmental issues outside of our control such as fallen tree limbs, rainstorms or snow/ice.  When this occurs the employee must report the issues immediately to their direct supervisor who will work to resolution.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Nebraska Humane Society provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, such as a veteran, or any other protected category, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.