Maintenance Technician

Twin Farms is located in bucolic Barnard, Vermont, about 90 minutes from Burlington, three hours from Boston, or five from New York City. Stays are reserved for adults only and are inclusive of all meals, fine wines and spirits, as well as all activities and equipment. 

As one of the world's celebrated Five Star hotels, we recognize that people are essential to our success. Indeed, the very essence of great hospitality comes from the dedication of every member of the Twin Farms team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Maintenance Techncian works closely with the Maintenance Manager across Twin Farms properties ensuring that buildings and facilities are maintained to high standards of appearance and functionality.  He/she helps in proactively managing routine maintenance care as well as appropriately responding to corrective maintenance issues.  In addition, the Maintenance Technician may help in continuous and safe operation of Twin Farms’ water, wastewater, and storm water systems.  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of materials, practices, and safe use of tools in preventive and corrective maintenance of buildings and equipment- including inspection/troubleshooting, repair, renovation, and light duty construction. Areas of familiarity include HVAC, painting, electrical, and plumbing.
• Ability to accurately read and sketch/update water, gas, electric, plumbing, building “as-builts”.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and theories.
• Minimum of three years of general experience in building, mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and small appliance repair is desirable- as is a familiarity with associated local/state/federal codes.
• Basic soldering skills.
• Comfortable in relying on experience and judgment to plan/accomplish a broad array of maintenance tasks with competing demands.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex maintenance problems, either independently or in conjunction with contracted tradespersons.
• Demonstrated ability to run tests, document, run reports, and follow technically specified procedures.
• Skilled in organizing and prioritizing work while maintaining flexibility to reprioritize due to changes in scheduling and/or operational necessities.
• Familiar with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines regarding general industry safety practices – particularly with confined space regulations.
• Strong communication skills- including ability to negotiate with contractors and vendors and provide or obtain clear information.
• Strong interpersonal skills including a customer oriented disposition towards staff and guests- continually maintaining a professional, positive, proactive attitude with a strict adherence to confidentiality.

Required Education/Experience/Training

• Minimum of a High School, equivalency, or vocational/technical degree.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Any training/certification in water or wastewater operation a plus.
• OSHA General Industry certification preferred.
• General maintenance experience- preferably within a hotel or resort- preferred.

Benefits: 

• Property Gratuities
• Paid time off up to 4 weeks
• Paid sick leave 
• Holiday Pay
• Paid overtime
• Paid health and vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Daily Staff Meal

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.