TITLE: Facilities Maintenance Technician (Seasonal Laborer) 

DIVISION: Conservation

DEPARTMENT: Access and Infrastructure

REPORTS TO: Regional Facilities Maintenance Director

LOCATION: Various Field Locations in North Central Montana

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

GROUP: Short Term Temporary (3 or 6 month term running May 1 - October 31)

HOURS PER WEEK: Full-Time averaging 40 hours per week

BENEFITS:  Reserve Lodging Perks

Flexible Scheduling Options: four 10- hour days, five 8-hour days, or three 12-hour days

Shared Work Vehicle

Bunk/ Shared Housing (Available)

JOB PURPOSE: The Facilities Maintenance Technician (Seasonal Laborer) supports the maintenance and care of facilities, grounds, and infrastructure across American Prairie. This hands-on role helps ensure that access points, public use areas, equipment, vehicles, and landscapes spanning over 600,000 acres are well maintained, safe, and accessible. The position works closely with Project Specialists to perform routine maintenance and assist with project-based tasks.

Preferred candidates will have prior experience living or working in a motorhome or RV, particularly in remote or mobile work environments. Candidates should expect to relocate every 1-4 weeks. 

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:

100% Facilities and Landscape Maintenance Operations

• Assist with routine maintenance and repairs of buildings, bridges, access roads, campgrounds, other public facilities, water/ septic, and stationary equipment. 
• Complete routine inspections and assessments of facilities and other infrastructure.
• Assist with winterization of sites for seasonal operations. 
• Assist in the construction, renovation and, and improvement of field facilities. 
• Perform landscaping around facilities and campgrounds including lawn maintenance, fencing, snow removal and sign repair.
• Assist with completing light plumbing and electrical projects including repairing/replacement of appliances, HVAC, fixtures, and generators. 
• Operate and maintain equipment such as mowers, vehicles, ATVs, tractors, and other tools and heavy equipment used for grounds maintenance and infrastructure projects. 
• Document maintenance activities and project progress using digital platforms (SalesForce, ESRI). 
• Report and escalate issues as needed to the Maintenance Team.
• Transport goods and materials to and from properties including purchasing supplies and waste removal.
• Adhere to, train, and role model safety protocols including use of protective equipment, safe practices and report damage safety concerns and injuries.
• Assist with fire control and suppression as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Enthusiasm for and positive representation of American Prairie’s mission, values, goals, and culture.
• No prior professional experience required; this role is suitable for entry-level candidates.
• 0-2+ years of experience in maintenance and/ or construction required, including basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, water/septic, and basic equipment and/ or vehicle maintenance. 
• Demonstrate a proactive and motivated work ethic with ability to work quickly and efficiently to complete tasks and responsibilities with appropriate prioritization and ability to stay within a budget.
• Work independently as well as collaboratively with others.
• Technology skills to manage communications, record keeping, data and documents using a smartphone.
• Intermediate math skills and ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Ability to complete job duties to the specification set forth by employer and in a manner that meets health, sanitation and safety standards and policies including appropriate use of safety and protective equipment.
• Ability to use cleaning products and tools such as disinfectants, degreasers, solvents, brooms, vacuum, etc.
• Awareness and readiness to handle encounters with wildlife. 
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain). 
• Technology proficiency including mapping software and collaboration tool
• Walking or hiking long distances across uneven terrain or steep slopes. 
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to use maintenance tools and equipment such as hand tools and power tools.  
• Manual dexterity to use tools, equipment, and machinery with precision in field conditions including but not limited to pickups, tractors, backhoe, skid-steer, UTVs and ATVs.  
• Balance and coordination to work safely in slippery, muddy, or uneven areas. 
• Ability to climb, bend, crouch, kneel, and reach overhead while working. 
• Tolerance to smoke exposure and readiness to wear protective equipment. 
• Ability and willingness to drive long distances alone in remote areas and safely navigate dangerous road conditions including poorly maintained roads, “gumbo” mud, and snow/ice.  
• Valid drivers’ license and acceptable driving record. 
• Ability to work varied or long hours, on-call hours, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Significant amount of travel required. Minimum of 25% of the time spent commuting to work sites. 
• Ability to complete 10-15 overnights per month. 

Preferred

• Familiarity with prairie ecosystems or conservation lands. 
• Experience working in a nonprofit or public land management setting. 
• Knowledge of environmental regulations related to public access and land use. 
• Wilderness First Aid