Position Overview:
Looking for an part time Facilities Technician part time to cover the weekends and up to one day per week. Pay rate is $20.18 per hour. Operate a 12 room Glamping Retreat outside Wimberley.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Part Time Facilities Technician to support our Retreat Operations team in the ongoing maintenance of retreat grounds and facilities including tents, lodges, landscaping, equipment and mechanical systems. This person will be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving all maintenance-related issues in a courteous and timely manner while ensuring an amazing guest experience at all times.
The ideal candidate is highly organized and dependable, approachable, self-motivated, and passionate about travel and what we’re building.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for ongoing maintenance operations and general repair of all retreat grounds, guest accommodations, team facilities/equipment and mechanical systems
Performs systematic checks and inspections of the retreat to provide a proactive maintenance program to prevent breakdowns, malfunctions and general depreciation
Immediately and courteously responds to guests needs in order to troubleshoot, repair and/or resolve maintenance requests and problems as they arise
Maintains UTVs, tools and work spaces including kitchen areas, cook tents and lodges
Performs a variety of repair and maintenance tasks including, but not limited to light carpentry, plumbing and electrical as well as general groundskeeping/landscaping
Supports set-up and de-install teams for the opening and closing of the Retreat each season, including logistics, shipping and warehousing operations
Assists in maintaining a safe, secure and healthy work environment for all guests and team members
All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management
Desired Skills and Experience:
Must have a passion for working and being in the outdoorsthis position is very “hands-on”!
2+ years experience in grounds and/or building maintenance and repair or related field in the hotel, hospitality, customer service and/or outdoor adventure industry
1+ years experience in light carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and/or landscaping
Exceptional problem-solving skills; able to quickly troubleshoot and create solutions with the resources at hand in an outdoor, sometimes unpredictable, environment
Strong team player who is willing to go the extra mile to deliver great service to both our guests and team members
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work well with co-workers
Approachable, presentable and professional; a hard worker with a positive, can-do attitude
Requirements for Employment:
Fluent in English
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Ability to regularly lift 25 lbs, and occasionally, 40+ lbs
Willingness to work various shifts, including long and sometimes erratic hours
Compensation & Perks:
Hourly rate: $20.18 per hour
Friends and Family rate at all Collective Retreat locations
