Senior Facilities Technician

Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) is a renowned nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the mobility and independence of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Established in 1942, GDB has a long-standing history of graduating more than 16,000 guide dog teams across the United States and Canada. As the largest guide dog school in North America, GDB combines expert dog training with comprehensive client instruction to create life-changing partnerships that empower clients to navigate the world safely and confidently. Beyond its primary mission, GDB fosters inclusivity and respects diversity, welcoming employees from all walks of life and encouraging candidates with disabilities to apply. With over 300 dedicated employees, GDB strives to maintain a supportive and dynamic work environment that upholds its core values.

This position is for a Senior Facilities Technician at GDB's campus located in Boring, Oregon. This is a full-time, non-exempt role offering a competitive pay range of $30 to $35 per hour. As a Senior Facilities Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal functioning of the organization's facilities. Your expertise will cover a broad range of building systems and repairs, encompassing plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC maintenance. This role goes beyond basic maintenance, requiring advanced technical skills to perform complex repairs, preventative maintenance, and management of equipment, fleet, grounds, and even off-site properties. You will also supervise and mentor junior technicians, providing guidance on work orders, technical standards, repair protocols, and safety procedures, making this position vital for the continuous operation and improvement of the campus.

Working at GDB offers a unique opportunity to utilize technical skills in a meaningful way that supports an impactful mission. The campus features a variety of interesting indoor and outdoor work environments such as offices, kennels, clinics, residences, and a commercial kitchen, offering a diverse and stimulating work experience. The role demands a resourceful, hands-on professional who thrives in a collaborative setting and values building strong relationships across multiple departments and locations on a self-contained campus. In addition to a meaningful mission and engaging work environments, the position includes a generous benefits package that features paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Training opportunities and support for obtaining and maintaining professional licenses are also provided, ensuring continuous career growth and development. You can expect a stable and consistent schedule to help balance your work and personal life, and for those who appreciate pet-friendly workplaces, bring your dog to work is allowed at this campus. This role requires some flexibility, including weekend, evening, and on-call duties for emergency response, highlighting the importance of readiness and commitment to maintaining the facility's standards.

Guide Dogs for the Blind is committed to equal opportunity employment and actively promotes workplace diversity. If you possess strong technical capabilities, leadership skills, and a passion for contributing to a noble cause, this role is an excellent fit for you. Join the team and help maintain the physical foundation that supports life-changing services for the blind and visually impaired community.