Facilities Maintenance Technician
Quick answer
Farm Sanctuary is hiring a full-time Facilities Maintenance Technician in Watkins Glen, New York, paying $23-24/hour for hands-on maintenance and repairs.
- Role
- Facilities Maintenance Technician
- Organization
- Farm Sanctuary
- Location
- Watkins Glen, New York
- Work setup
- On-site
- Compensation
- $23-24/hour
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Facilities Maintenance Technician plays an important role in maintaining all buildings, fencing, roads, vehicles, and equipment at Watkins Glen location. This is a full-time position with some on-call shifts required.
What you'll do
- Perform building and home maintenance
- Maintain vehicle and equipment safety standards
- Coordinate with outside contractors
- Use computerized maintenance management system to track work orders
- Assist with lawn and yard maintenance and snow removal
- Participate in professional development opportunities
What it takes
- Experience with building and home repairs, fencing, large farm equipment maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, electric, etc.
- Ability to drive tractors and other farm equipment
- Flexibility as a self-starter; ability to multi-task while being detail-oriented
- Reliable and dependable, with flexibility and willingness to adjust schedule when needed
- Team player; able to work well with a variety of people
- Alignment with Farm Sanctuary’s values
What you'll bring
How we treat you
13 paid holidays; generous paid time off; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 403(b) plan; flexible spending accounts; long-term disability insurance; free access to CALM meditation app; access to the Nivati wellness platform
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based at Watkins Glen, New York.
What are the compensation details?
Compensation is $23-24/hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include previous maintenance experience, ability to drive farm equipment, and alignment with Farm Sanctuary’s values.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications should be submitted by June 31st, 2026, at 12 pm EST.
How to apply
Apply directly on Farm Sanctuary's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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